Occupational Therapist (OT)
Listed compensation
$55-$60/hr
The week · per this posting
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
- HealthPro Heritage has a great PRN Occupational Therapist opportunity in West Monroe, LA.
- Ridgecrest Community Care Center - Long Term Care Facility with Skilled Nursing and Senior Living
- Compensation: $55-$60 per hour
- Hours: PRN "as needed"
- Availability: Seeking a candidate that can provide weekend and weekday support
- Great management team
- Flexible schedule
Why Choose HealthPro Heritage?
Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to compassionate care and innovative therapy solutions.
Growth Opportunities: Enjoy continuous learning and development opportunities tailored to support your professional growth.
Collaborative Culture: Thrive in a supportive environment where teamwork, respect, and open communication are at the heart of everything we do.
Commitment to Excellence: Join a team recognized for clinical expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality care and outcomes.
Competitive Benefits Package: Enjoy competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package designed with YOU in mind!
Join Us in Making a Difference
At HealthPro Heritage, we offer a fulfilling career where you can positively impact lives and achieve personal and professional growth. As a therapist-led, diverse organization, we provide clinical services across various settings, including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, schools, and clinics. Join us to be part of a team that values your skills, listens to your input, and makes a meaningful difference in the community.
Responsibilities
Patient Assessment: Patient Assessment: Evaluate clients' physical, emotional, and cognitive abilities using observations and standardized tools.
Treatment and Education: Create personalized treatment plans to meet clients' goals and enhance their functional abilities. Educate clients and their families on improving daily activities, including the use of adaptive equipment and environmental modifications.
Documentation: Maintain accurate records of evaluations, progress, and treatment plans, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.
Advocacy and Support: Advocate for clients' needs and support them in accessing community resources, services, and accommodations.
Qualifications
- Education: Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
- Licensure: Valid state licensure as an Occupational Therapist, or license eligible
Skills
Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills. Proficient in developing and implementing effective treatment plans. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a patient-centered approach.
Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and assist patients as needed. Must be able to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks related to therapy.
HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Louisiana is 88.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$120k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $136k in an average-cost state. 60.8% of Louisiana clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 40 active Occupational Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 5% are remote, 33% have no call, 65% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $114k–$125k | Occupational Therapy median $101k (middle half $90k–$118k)329 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$136k in purchasing power | Louisiana index 88.2 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Occupational Therapy listings in Louisiana | 90 active | 9,484 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 5% remote · 33% no call · 65% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Louisiana Occupational Therapist listings: 5% state a sign-on bonus · 3% offer loan repayment100 active listings, Oct 2026 |
| Occupational Therapy pay trend | +4.0% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
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