Occupational Therapist - Our Lady of Lourdes

FMOLHS•Lafayette, LA

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist evaluates and assesses the needs of referred patients and develops and provides treatment plans. The role works cooperatively with physicians, case managers, and other healthcare team members, maintains accurate therapy documentation, and may supervise certified occupational therapy assistants, therapy technicians, and students. The therapist performs initial evaluations, sets measurable short- and long-term goals, develops detailed treatment plans, and reassesses patient progress to revise plans as needed. The position also communicates evaluation results and treatment information to patients and significant others, and identifies their education needs concerning treatment, equipment safety, home programs, and follow-up care. The role contributes to quality and regulatory practices, interdisciplinary teamwork, efficient scheduling, staff orientation, and the clinical education of occupational therapy and occupational therapy assistant students. Additional assignments may be given by the Director or Team Leader.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program, with at least a bachelor’s degree.
Current Louisiana State Occupational Therapy License; temporary licensure is allowed.
BLS Certification.
Good interpersonal and human relations skills.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Good teamwork skills.
Good critical-thinking and decision-making skills.
Superior organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Document patient care using the approved hospital and department documentation system.
Complete daily patient charges promptly and accurately for every patient treated.
Perform and document thorough initial evaluations, including objective testing and identification of functional disabilities or problem areas before treatment begins.
Identify and document measurable short- and long-term goals for each evaluated patient.
Develop a detailed treatment plan for each patient.
Reassess patients’ functional status and progress toward goals, and modify treatment plans accordingly.
Communicate evaluation results with patients and significant others and involve patients in treatment planning, implementation, and revision.
Assess and identify patient and significant-other education needs related to treatment, equipment safety, home programs, and follow-up care.
Maintain direct patient care productivity of at least 75% (24 billable units per day).
Maintain competencies in department practice and pursue professional growth through educational programs, literature, in-services, and workshops.
Participate in improving work processes to improve patient care.
Delegate to and supervise support personnel according to their training and state law.
Communicate effectively and maintain professional, cooperative relationships with healthcare team members, patients, and the public.
Assist co-workers and use the designated chain of command to communicate work-related concerns and present solutions to department concerns.
Participate in assigned committees and consult with the department Director about department input and the effects of committee decisions on department function and budget.
Schedule patients for treatment as ordered and schedule staff to support productivity and fair work distribution.
Assist with orienting new staff using the Rehab department orientation checklist.
Serve as a clinical instructor for occupational therapy and OT assistant students during clinical internships, providing mentoring, supervision, timely feedback, and written skills evaluations.
Demonstrate problem-solving and good judgment.
Accept additional assignments from the Director or Team Leader.
Consistently perform the organization’s 12 Service Standards focused on Values, Service, and Quality.