Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) in Zachary, LA

Key Responsibilities Provide occupational therapy services across Medical Surgical and Acute Rehabilitation units, with time likely split between both settings. Located in Zachary, LA, with easy access to Baton Rouge, Lafayette, and New Orleans — enjoy rich Louisiana culture, history, and cuisine throughout your assignment.

Job Title

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Location

Zachary, LA | Medical Surgical / Acute Rehab

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Travel | Day Shift | 13 Weeks | Expected weekend availability of at least one Saturday per month

Key Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services across Medical Surgical and Acute Rehabilitation units, with time likely split between both settings
• Manage a patient caseload of adults and geriatrics with diagnoses including CVA, orthopedic, and cardiac conditions
• Maintain patient ratios of 10:1 on Med Surg and 6:1 on the Acute Rehab Unit
• Document patient care and progress accurately using EPIC EHR
• Float between units as required to meet facility staffing needs
• Adhere to facility dress code standards, including black scrubs and closed-toe shoes

Required Qualifications

• Active Louisiana Occupational Therapist (OT) License
• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy required
• Minimum of 1 year of occupational therapy experience
• Ability and willingness to float between units as needed

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience in Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) settings
• Prior experience in Medical Surgical settings
• Familiarity with treating CVA, orthopedic, and cardiac patient populations

Why Join Us

• Work in a dynamic facility serving both Med Surg and Rehab populations, offering broad clinical exposure in a single assignment
• Located in Zachary, LA, with easy access to Baton Rouge, Lafayette, and New Orleans — enjoy rich Louisiana culture, history, and cuisine throughout your assignment