Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist (Louisiana Licensed)

We are seeking a motivated, energetic, and compassionate Louisiana Licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our team. The Occupational Therapist will evaluate and treat patients with a variety of developmental, neurological, orthopedic, and sensory-based disorders, helping them achieve greater independence and participation in daily life activities.

Position Responsibilities:

• Review patients' medical histories and assess their functional abilities, limitations, and needs.
• Perform comprehensive evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans with measurable goals and objectives.
• Confer and collaborate with physicians, families, nurses, therapists, social workers, and other members of the care team to ensure coordinated care.
• Provide skilled therapeutic interventions to address fine motor skills, gross motor coordination, sensory processing, ADLs, and functional mobility.
• Guide and instruct patients in performing therapeutic tasks and exercises to improve daily functioning.
• Educate families and caregivers on home programming, positioning strategies, and carryover techniques.
• Recommend, fit, and train patients in the use of adaptive equipment (e.g., feeding aids, splints, mobility devices).
• Monitor patient progress, update treatment plans as needed, and prepare required documentation for physicians, payors, and insurance agencies.
• Maintain documentation in compliance with Louisiana licensure regulations, Medicaid, and insurance requirements.

Qualifications:

• Master's or Doctorate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Current, active Occupational Therapy license in the state of Louisiana.
• CPR certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Pediatric experience preferred (if applicable to your setting).
• Strong communication, organizational, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.

Employment Options:

• Full-time.
• Part-time.
• Contract.

Compensation: $40$65 per hour, depending on experience and employment status (FT/PT/PRN/Contract).