Occupational Therapist (Inpatient) PRN - OLG Ortho

Ochsner Health•Lafayette, LA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This job evaluates patients and provides inpatient occupational therapy treatment programs based upon physician orders from inpatient providers. Collaborates and communicates with the healthcare team to facilitate the patient to the most appropriate level of post-acute or home care to achieve identified patient specific goals. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy.
Current occupational therapy license in state of practice OR eligibility for licensure by examination OR reciprocity from another state.
Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.
Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
Excellent judgment and decision-making skills and ability to deal with a variety of patients and diagnoses.
Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience as a Occupational Therapist

Responsibilities

Performs evaluations and provides treatment programs to facilitate patient specific goals.
Assesses the patent’s response to treatment and recommends treatment plan changes as appropriate to improve quality of outcome and maintain patient safety.
Maintains patient records according to documentation standards, policies, and procedures.
Ensures treatment protocols contribute to overall hospital quality and safety targets and achieve patient safety outcomes.
Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
Performs other related duties as required.