Occupational Therapist (Inpatient) PRN - OLG Ortho

Job description

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

nAt Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

nThis 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.

nThis 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.

nEducation

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nBachelor's degree in occupational therapy.

nWork Experience

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nNone

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nPrior experience as a Occupational Therapist

nCertifications

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nCurrent occupational therapy license in state of practice

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neligibility for licensure by examination

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nreciprocity from another state.

nBasic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.

nKnowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

nnnProficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.

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nnEffective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.

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nnExcellent interpersonal and organizational skills.

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nnExcellent judgment and decision-making skills and ability to deal with a variety of patients and diagnoses.

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nnAbility to travel throughout and between facilities.

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n nJob Duties

nnnPerforms evaluations and provides treatment programs to facilitate patient specific goals.

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nnAssesses the patent’s response to treatment and recommends treatment plan changes as appropriate to improve quality of outcome and maintain patient safety.

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nnMaintains patient records according to documentation standards, policies, and procedures.

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nnEnsures treatment protocols contribute to overall hospital quality and safety targets and achieve patient safety outcomes.

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nnAdapts 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.

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nnPerforms other related duties as required.

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n nThe above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

nThis employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

nThe employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

nPhysical and Environmental Demands

nThe physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following: Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

nThe incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. The incumbent has an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.

nBecause the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

nAre you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!

nOchsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website.

nPlease refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on-site. Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland,Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.

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nOchsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Worksite address

lafayette, LA, 70595, US

Who can apply

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