Top 277 Occupational therapy occupations Jobs in Louisiana

Home Health Occupational Therapist
XP Synergy —Harvey, LA
- $115 an hour
- Contract
- CPR Certification
- Doctoral degree
- BLS Certification
- Flexible schedule
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Occupational Therapist - PRN
Serenity Oaks Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital —Hammond, LA
- PRN
- CPR Certification
- Doctoral degree
- BLS Certification
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Occupational Therapist Part-Time
GEO Academies, 21st Century Charter School at Gary, IN —Baton Rouge, LA
- Part-time
- School experience
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
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Occupational Therapist
Highland Place Rehab and Nursing —Shreveport, LA
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Communication skills
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Occupational Therapist
Bloom Therapy Center —DeRidder, LA
- $38 - $45 an hour
- Full-time
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Anatomy knowledge
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- 401(k)
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Occupational Therapist
Blue United Sourcing —Baton Rouge, LA
- $57 - $61 an hour
- Urgently hiring
- Skilled nursing facility
- Mid-level
- Patient care
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Occupational Therapist ( OT )
The Columns Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center —Jonesville, LA
- $55 - $65 an hour
- Part-time
- Doctoral degree
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Occupational Therapist (OT)
Intensive Specialty Hospital —Shreveport, LA
- Full-time
- Psychiatry
- Addiction Medicine
- English
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - PRN
Serenity Oaks Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital —Hammond, LA
- PRN
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
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Occupational Therapist School Setting in Franklin, LA
ProCare Therapy —Franklin, LA
- Contract
- School experience
- Classroom
- Mid-level
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Occupational Therapist (Full Time)
Gulf Coast Orthopedics Physical Therapy —Houma, LA
- Full-time
- Background check
- Doctoral degree
- Customer service
- Continuing education credits
- Disability insurance
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Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA)
Intensive Specialty Hospital —Shreveport, LA
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Psychiatry
- Addiction Medicine
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Licensed Occupational Therapist/ Licensed Occupational Therapist Assistant
Crane Rehab Center, LLC —Metairie, LA
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Excel
- BLS Certification
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Occupational Therapist School Setting in New Orleans, LA
ProCare Therapy —New Orleans, LA
- Full-time
- School experience
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- Mid-level
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Occupational Therapist School Setting - New Orleans, LA
Soliant —New Orleans, LA
- Full-time
- School experience
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- Mid-level
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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)
Highland Place Rehab and Nursing Center —Shreveport, LA
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Occupational Therapist - Physical Therapy - PRN
Christus Health —Shreveport, LA
- PRN
- BLS Certification
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
Full Time and Part Time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Rehabilitation Hospital of Jennings —Jennings, LA
- From $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Acute care
- Hospital
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- Continuing education credits
- Life insurance
OT or COTA
Tiny Tikes Occupational Therapy Services —Ville Platte, LA
- $25 - $50 an hour
- Part-time
- Anatomy knowledge
- Mid-level
- Critical & Intensive Care
- Flexible schedule
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Full Time Occupational Therapist
St. Jude's Nursing Home —New Orleans, LA
- From $45 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Skilled nursing facility
- Nursing home
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Home Health Occupational Therapist

XP Synergy -
Harvey, LA

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Job Details

Contract
$115 an hour
9 days ago

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Qualifications

Patient transfer methods
Occupational Therapy License

Full Job Description

Occupational Therapist (OT) – In-Home Occupational TherapistRole Scope

The Occupational Therapist (OT) is a compassionate, dependable, and experienced licensed therapist who provides one-on-one occupational therapy services for a stroke recovery patient in a private home setting located in Harvey, LA (Woodmere). The position offers a flexible schedule coordinated around the client’s care plan and therapy needs. The Occupational Therapist is patient, attentive, and committed to helping individuals regain independence, improve functional abilities, and maximize their quality of life throughout the recovery process.

The Occupational Therapist will work closely with family members and other healthcare providers to evaluate, develop, and implement individualized treatment plans that improve upper extremity function, mobility, balance, coordination, and activities of daily living while ensuring a safe, supportive, and client-centered environment.

Qualifications

· Current Louisiana Occupational Therapist (OT) License in good standing.

· Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.

· Experience caring for stroke patients preferred.

· Home health or private-duty therapy experience preferred.

· Experience recommending adaptive equipment and home modifications preferred.

· CPR certification preferred.

· Reliable transportation.

· Dependable, patient, compassionate, and professional.

· Comfortable working in a family home.

· Comfortable working around pets (family dog).

Pay and Perks

· Private pay $115 an hour based on experience and qualifications.

· Flexible scheduling coordinated around the client’s therapy needs.

· Opportunity to provide individualized, one-on-one therapy in a supportive home environment.

Duties and ResponsibilitiesEvaluation & Treatment Planning

· Complete comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations.

· Develop individualized treatment plans based on the client’s needs and rehabilitation goals.

· Establish measurable short- and long-term functional goals.

· Reassess progress and modify treatment plans as appropriate.

Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)

· Improve independence with dressing, grooming, bathing, toileting, and feeding.

· Improve upper body strength, coordination, and fine motor skills.

· Increase functional independence with daily living tasks.

· Recommend adaptive techniques to improve safety and independence.

· Train clients in the use of adaptive equipment as appropriate.

Mobility & Functional Rehabilitation

· Improve sitting and standing balance.

· Improve functional mobility and endurance.

· Address upper extremity weakness following stroke.

· Perform therapeutic activities and therapist-directed exercises.

· Reinforce functional movement patterns to improve daily performance.

Home Safety & Caregiver Education

· Assess the home environment for safety concerns.

· Recommend adaptive equipment and home modifications.

· Educate caregivers on safe transfer techniques and positioning.

· Develop individualized home exercise programs.

· Provide education to maximize independence and reduce fall risk.

Documentation

· Maintain timely and accurate treatment documentation.

· Record measurable progress toward established goals.

· Document therapy interventions and recommendations.

· Communicate client progress with family members and healthcare providers.

Skills and Competencies

· Ability to provide compassionate, client-centered therapy while promoting dignity, comfort, and independence.

· Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trusting relationships with clients, family members, and healthcare professionals.

· Effective verbal and written communication skills.

· Ability to evaluate functional limitations and develop individualized treatment plans.

· Knowledge of occupational therapy techniques for stroke rehabilitation.

· Ability to safely assess and improve mobility, balance, coordination, and upper extremity function.

· Knowledge of adaptive equipment and home safety modifications.

· Ability to educate caregivers regarding therapeutic exercises and functional activities.

· Ability to accurately document evaluations, treatment sessions, and client progress.

· Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate records.

· Ability to follow physician orders and accepted occupational therapy standards of practice.

· Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize treatment effectively.

· Ability to work independently while exercising sound clinical judgment and professionalism.

· Emotional maturity and patience when supporting individuals recovering from stroke.

· Ability to always maintain confidentiality and respect client privacy.

· Dependable, punctual, and committed to providing consistent, high-quality therapy services.

· Ability to remain calm and responsive during unexpected situations.

· Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt treatment approaches to changing client needs.

· Commitment to fostering a positive, supportive, and encouraging environment that promotes the client’s overall well-being and recovery.

Physical and Mental Requirements

· Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and move throughout therapy sessions.

· Ability to safely assist with functional mobility, transfers, balance activities, and therapeutic exercises.

· Ability to lift, push, pull, and move adaptive equipment and therapy supplies as necessary.

· Ability to perform repetitive therapeutic activities throughout treatment sessions.

· Ability to respond quickly and appropriately during emergency situations.

· Ability to work in a private home environment and adapt to changing therapy needs.

· Ability to observe and assess changes in a client’s physical, cognitive, and functional abilities.

· Ability to maintain focus, attention to detail, and accurate documentation throughout each visit.

· Ability to exercise sound clinical judgment and make appropriate treatment decisions within the scope of professional practice.

· Ability to maintain professionalism, patience, and emotional stability while working with clients recovering from serious medical conditions.

· Ability to communicate effectively with family members, physicians, and other members of the healthcare team.

· Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive health information with discretion.

· Ability to manage multiple treatment goals while providing safe, quality therapy in a compassionate and supportive manner.

· Ability to work independently while remaining flexible and responsive to the client’s rehabilitation needs.

· Ability to build positive therapeutic relationships while maintaining professional boundaries.

Role Summary

The Occupational Therapist is patient, compassionate, reliable, and clinically skilled, with a strong commitment to helping individuals regain independence following a stroke. They are detail-oriented and observant, able to recognize functional improvements and challenges while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality. The successful candidate is comfortable collaborating with family members and other healthcare professionals to implement individualized treatment plans that maximize recovery and independence. Above all, the Occupational Therapist demonstrates a genuine passion for helping others and strives to create a safe, supportive, and positive environment that promotes the client’s overall well-being and successful rehabilitation.

Job Type

Independent Contractor (1099)

Pay: $115.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

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