Occupational Therapist

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Care

• Perform comprehensive evaluations to determine residents' functional status, needs, and goals.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings and resident goals.
• Provide skilled occupational therapy interventions including ADL retraining, strengthening, balance training, fine motor skills, cognitive retraining, positioning, and functional mobility.
• Recommend and train residents on adaptive equipment, assistive devices, and compensatory techniques.
• Assess need for DME and collaborate with vendors/physicians as appropriate.
• Modify treatment plans as residents progress to ensure optimal outcomes.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

• Participate in care plan meetings, IDT conferences, and communicate regularly with nursing, therapy, and medical staff.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on safe techniques, home programs, and ongoing care needs.
• Collaborate with PT, ST, and COTAs to coordinate and sequence care effectively.

Documentation

• Complete accurate, timely, and compliant documentation including evaluations, progress notes, daily treatments, discharge summaries, and billing.
• Maintain knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and insurance guidelines for SNF therapy services.

Compliance & Professional Standards

• Follow all facility policies, state practice acts, and federal regulatory requirements.
• Ensure infection control protocols and safety procedures are followed at all times.
• Maintain professional licensure and stay current with required continuing education.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Current Louisiana OT license (or ability to obtain prior to start).
• Experience in a skilled nursing facility preferred, but not required.
• Strong communication, assessment, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Compassionate, patient, and resident-focused.

Work Environment:

• Skilled Nursing Facility setting with short-term rehab and long-term care residents.
• Close collaboration with therapy, nursing, activities, and social services departments.
• Opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PRN

Pay: $ $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $45