Occupational Therapist United Medical Healthwest Rehabilitation Hospital Gretna, LA Job Details Full-time $55 an hour 14 hours ago Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals Anatomy knowledge Skilled nursing facility experience Patients with physical disabilities Activities of daily living (ADL) training Experience working with individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders Experience working with individuals with cognitive disabilities Working with geriatric patients Care documentation Mid-level Developmental disability care assistance Working with seniors Assisting with ADLs Emotional support for patients Occupational Therapy Patient family and caregiver education Multidisciplinary team collaboration for treatment planning Patient progress monitoring Coordinating patient care in an occupational therapy role Patient treatment Autism spectrum disorders support Care plan implementation Care coordination Managing patients as a clinical case manager Geriatrics Rehabilitation and recovery (patient care) Speech therapy Therapy progress note documentation Patient family support Experience working with individuals with neurological conditions

Full Job Description Job Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for helping patients improve their ability to perform daily activities and enhance their quality of life through therapeutic interventions. This role involves working with individuals of all ages, particularly focusing on geriatrics and those with disabilities or autism, in various settings including skilled nursing facilities.

Pay:

$55.00 per hour, $5 shift differential on weekends

Duties:

Assess patients' needs and develop individualized treatment plans to address their specific goals. Implement therapeutic interventions aimed at improving patients? physical, cognitive, and emotional abilities. Provide assistance in daily living activities to promote independence and enhance quality of life. Collaborate with other healthcare professionals for comprehensive case management and patient care. Educate patients and their families about treatment plans, exercises, and techniques to support recovery. Maintain accurate documentation of patient progress and treatment outcomes. Stay updated on best practices in occupational health and therapy techniques. Skills Strong ability to provide care with empathy and understanding. Proficiency in assisting patients with various needs, especially those related to disabilities and autism. Knowledge of case management principles to effectively coordinate patient care. Familiarity with speech therapy techniques as they relate to occupational therapy. Solid understanding of anatomy and its application in rehabilitation practices. Experience working with geriatric populations in a therapeutic setting. Ability to work effectively within a skilled nursing facility environment. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients through dedicated occupational therapy services. Your expertise will help foster independence and improve the overall well-being of those we serve.