Certified Hand Therapist/Occupational Therapist-Outpatient-Front St/Slidell

Ochsner Clinic Foundation • Slidell, LA

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About The Position

This role functions autonomously to provide outpatient occupational therapy treatment through referral or direct-to-consumer care. The therapist evaluates patients, develops treatment plans, assesses patient responses, and monitors progress toward individualized treatment goals. The role supports access to care, patient experience, and quality metrics, and assists with program development and enhancement to meet patient and community needs. The position works directly with patients in a healthcare setting and involves routine exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, communicable diseases, and potentially hazardous medications or waste. Physical demands are classified as very heavy work, including exerting more than 100 pounds of force occasionally, more than 50 pounds frequently, and more than 20 pounds constantly to move objects. The description states that duties may change and may include additional related responsibilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy.
• Current occupational therapy license in the state of practice, eligibility for licensure by examination, or reciprocity from another state.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Proficiency using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and professionally to people at varying levels throughout the patient care process.
• Excellent judgment and decision-making skills to address a variety of patients and diagnoses.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain flexible with fluctuating schedules based on patient demand.

Responsibilities

• Perform evaluations and provide treatment programs to facilitate patient-specific goals.
• Assess patients’ responses to treatment and recommend changes to treatment plans as appropriate.
• Maintain patient records according to documentation standards, policies, and procedures.
• Meet productivity levels established by administration, including metrics related to access to care, patient experience, and quality.
• Assist in program development and enhancement to meet patient and community needs.
• Adapt behavior to the patient population, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, explaining services and procedures, requesting permission, and adapting communication style.
• Remain knowledgeable about applicable federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, and ensure compliance.
• Report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient or employee safety, privacy, or other compliance-related concerns.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time