Occupational Therapist - CHT Preferred - Outpatient - Elmwood

Ochsner Clinic Foundation • New Orleans, LA

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About The Position

The Occupational Therapist functions autonomously to deliver occupational therapy treatment through referral or direct to consumer. The role evaluates patients, develops and provides treatment plans, assesses responses to treatment, and monitors progress toward patient-specific goals. It supports access to care, patient experience, and quality metrics, and assists with program development and enhancement to meet patient and community needs. The position requires maintaining patient records and adapting communication and care to each patient population. Work takes place in a healthcare patient-care environment with routine exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, communicable diseases, and potential 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 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.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform evaluations and provide treatment programs to facilitate patient-specific goals.
• Assess patients’ responses to treatment and recommend treatment-plan changes as appropriate.
• Maintain patient records according to documentation standards, policies, and procedures.
• Attain established productivity levels, including targets related to access to care, patient experience, and quality.
• Assist in 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, and requesting permissions.
• Remain knowledgeable about applicable 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 concerns.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time