Occupational Therapist - Outpatient - Ochsner Medical Complex - Clearview

Ochsner Health • Metairie, LA

13d

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist functions autonomously to provide occupational therapy treatment through referral or direct-to-consumer care. The role evaluates patients, develops treatment plans, assesses patient responses, and monitors progress toward treatment goals. The therapist helps ensure patient needs are met through access to care, patient experience, and quality metrics, and assists with program development and enhancement to address patient and community needs.

The position maintains patient records in accordance with documentation standards and policies, adapts communication and care to each patient population, and remains knowledgeable about applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements. Work is performed in a patient-care environment and involves routine exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, communicable disease risks, and possible exposure to hazardous medications or waste.

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 varied audiences throughout the patient-care process.
• Excellent judgment and decision-making skills when working with varied patients and diagnoses.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain flexible with fluctuating schedules based on patient demand.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients 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 established productivity levels, including targets related to access to care, patient experience, and quality.
• Assist with program development and enhancement to meet patient and community needs.
• Adapt behavior and communication to the specific patient population, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, explaining services or procedures, requesting permissions, and tailoring communication style.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• 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 concerns related to patient or employee safety, patient privacy, or compliance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time