Occupational Therapist

InReach Rehab is a family-oriented company committed to strengthening rural rehabilitation teams. We proudly support 23 rural communities, providing clinicians with opportunities to grow within a connected, collaborative network of rehabilitation professionals. We view our employees as our greatest resource and invest in their success through mentorship, teamwork, and professional development.

About the role

We are seeking a flexible and dedicated full-time or part-time Occupational Therapist (or COTA) to join our team at Bayou Bend Hospital in Franklin, LA. This role is ideal for a clinician who is passionate about helping patients regain independence, improve daily function, and enhance their quality of life in a collaborative rural healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients to determine functional needs, goals, and treatment priorities.
• Develop individualized treatment plans to improve independence, safety, and daily function.
• Implement evidence-based interventions to improve ADLs, IADLs, strength, coordination, cognition, and mobility.
• Fabricate, fit, or recommend adaptive equipment and educate patients and caregivers on its use.
• Document evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries in a timely and accurate manner.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to provide coordinated, patient-centered care.
• Supervise and mentor COTAs while directing patient treatment plans, as appropriate.
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans to optimize outcomes.
• Educate patients and families on home programs, safety strategies, and functional independence.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, professional development, and a collaborative team culture.

Requirements

• Master’s or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program (or anticipated graduation).
• Current Louisiana OT license, or eligibility for licensure upon graduation.
• Strong clinical reasoning and evaluation skills.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and functional outcomes.
• Experience in rural healthcare or a passion for serving rural communities.
• Comfort supervising and collaborating with COTAs.
• Strong documentation and time-management skills.
• Willingness to work as part of a team.

Benefits

• Health insurance, dental and vision
• 401(k) with matching contribution
• Life insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• FSA & HSA
• Continuing education allowance
• Professional reimbursement (fees, dues and liability insurance)

Pay

Competitive wages with a monthly incentive plan.