Occupational Therapist-Phys Med Therapy Occup-PRN

Description Summary : Under the supervision of the Director of Physical Therapy, the Occupational Therapist has the responsibility and accountability for assessing, planning, evaluating and implementing care for the patients assigned occupational therapy. The Occupational Therapist is responsible for adhering to all standards of Occupational Therapy Practice Act as they apply to providing technical therapy care, supplies, equipment and interventions to a designated patient population. This position provides clinical oversight and assistance of COTA’s who are caring for one of the Occupational Therapist’s patients. Per the Departments Scope of Practice, this position requires providing services to Therapy Patients, ages between pediatric to geriatric in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional / developmental age of the individuals served. Requirements : Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy school. English required; bilingual preferred. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Rehabilitative experience preferred. Certifications in NDT, metronome, Big and Loud preferred. Current Louisiana OT License required. Current BLS Card required. Work Schedule : TBD Work Type : Per Diem As Needed