Job Description

Job Location: Bernice, LA 71222, Licensed Occupational Therapist (OT)

Innovate Rehab and Wellness

Status: Full-Time

Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility

Schedule: Monday – Friday (Flexible)

Pay: Competitive hourly rate based on experience

About Us

• 25+ years as a leading provider of skilled health care services
• Therapist- and veteran-owned company
• Focused on industry-leading, patient-centered care
• Supportive, collaborative team environment

Why Join Us

• One-on-one therapy focus
• Group/concurrent treatments are less than 1%
• Realistic schedules for better work-life balance
• Strong emphasis on clinical outcomes and job satisfaction

Benefits (Start Day 1 for Full-Time)

• Medical & prescription drug insurance
• Dental & vision insurance

Additional Benefits

• Short-term & long-term disability
• Employer-paid basic life & AD&D
• Voluntary supplemental life insurance
• PTO: vacation, sick, holiday
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Voluntary critical illness, accident & hospital indemnity
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount marketplace
• Professional growth and development support

Position Summary

The Occupational Therapist will

• Evaluate patients’ functional abilities and therapy needs
• Create and deliver individualized treatment plans
• Help patients improve motor skills, coordination, and daily function
• Support patients in regaining independence and quality of life

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough OT evaluations
• Develop and adjust personalized treatment plans
• Use therapeutic techniques and adaptive equipment
• Train patients and caregivers on exercises and assistive devices
• Educate on strategies to improve function and safety
• Collaborate with PT, SLP, physicians, and the full care team
• Document patient progress and treatment changes accurately
• Stay current with OT best practices and research

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy (accredited program)
• Valid state OT license
• Experience as an OT preferred (new grads welcome)
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Passion for patient-centered care
• CPR certification preferred