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Moreau Physical Therapy
Plaquemine, Louisiana

Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Occupational TherapistFull-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

Join Moreau Physical Therapy as a Full-Time Occupational Therapist and elevate your career in a vibrant and supportive environment! This onsite role offers the unique opportunity to work closely with a diverse clientele, encouraging personal and professional growth while making a genuine difference in patients' lives. You will collaborate with a dynamic team that thrives on innovation and problem-solving, fostering a culture of excellence and customer-centricity.

With a competitive pay range, you'll be rewarded for your commitment to our core values. Embrace a job that not only challenges you intellectually but also allows you to engage in a fun and energetic workplace. You will be provided great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Competitive Salary, and Paid Time Off. Take the leap and become part of a forward-thinking organization that champions both its staff and the community it serves!

What Does a Occupational Therapist Do?

As a Full-Time Occupational Therapist at Moreau Physical Therapy, your day-to-day responsibilities will include conducting comprehensive patient assessments to determine individual needs and treatment goals.

You will develop tailored therapy plans and implement evidence-based interventions to enhance patients' functional abilities and overall well-being. Collaboration is key; you will work closely with our multidisciplinary team to ensure cohesive care and support for each patient.

Engaging with patients and their families, you will provide education on therapeutic exercises and strategies for daily living. Regular documentation of patient progress and outcomes will be essential, ensuring that communication within the team remains clear and effective. You will also participate in team meetings, sharing insights and innovations to continuously improve our services.

Your empathetic approach and exceptional communication skills will be vital in fostering a positive therapeutic environment.

Would you be a great Occupational Therapist?

To thrive as a Full-Time Occupational Therapist at Moreau Physical Therapy, several key skills are essential. First and foremost, exceptional communication and interpersonal skills are crucial for effectively interacting with patients, families, and team members.

Your ability to listen empathetically and convey complex treatment plans in an understandable manner will enhance patient engagement and trust. Strong problem-solving skills will enable you to assess individual needs and devise creative, personalized therapeutic strategies.

A customer-centric mindset will guide your approach, ensuring you focus on the best interests of each patient.

Moreover, being an abundant thinker will foster innovation in your therapy methods, while a commitment to maintaining integrity and professionalism will ensure the highest standards of care. Finally, a genuine desire for personal and professional growth will keep you motivated to continuously develop your skills and contribute to our dynamic team environment.

Our team needs you!

If you believe that this position matches your requirements, applying for it is a breeze. Best of luck!

Key Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to develop and implement tailored, evidence-based therapy plans. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and provide education to patients and their families to enhance functional abilities.

Requirements

Candidates must possess exceptional communication and problem-solving skills to interact effectively with patients and team members. A customer-centric mindset and a commitment to professional integrity are essential for success in this role.

Key Skills

Patient assessmentTreatment planningMultidisciplinary collaborationPatient educationEmpathy

Pediatrics — Occupational Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Occupational Therapist listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 50% have no call, 80% require no weekends.

Occupational Therapist pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Louisiana is 88.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.8% of Louisiana clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

39 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution31 jobs · 28 employers

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<$115k
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$115k-135k
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$135k-155k
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$155k-175k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks30 jobs · 28 employers

401k / retirement match
87% this job
CME allowance
63%
Sign-on bonus
33%
Loan repayment
13%
Relocation assistance
7%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Pediatrics (Occupational Therapy) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 628 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site

Living in Plaquemine

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$208k
Median resident rent
$880/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
90.8
State income tax
Up to 4.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Baton Rouge, LA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Moreau Physical Therapy

Medical Practices
Baton Rouge, LA
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k)
Life Insurance
Competitive Salary
Paid Time Off