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Melissa Cassard

School-Based Occupational Therapist

occupational therapist Gonzales, LA Geo Academies
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
11 years at Geo Academies
Gender
Female
Connections
68
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 35,020 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the occupational therapist specialty. Melissa Cassard is one of them.
  • 254 occupational therapists are based in LA (out of 17,046 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • Typical occupational therapist compensation in LA: $65,000 – $109,000 (median $84,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of occupational therapists in LA: Touro Infirmary (7), Ochsner Health System (7), Ochsner Health (6).
  • 3% of occupational therapists in LA hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 66% of occupational therapists in LA have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed May 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
Texas Woman's University
Master of Science (M.S.)
2000
Louisiana State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
1996
Skills
Autism Spectrum Disorders Occupational Therapy Occupational Therapists Research Splinting Traumatic Brain Injury Sensory Integration Sensory Processing Rehabilitation Cerebral Palsy Leadership Microsoft Excel Coaching Training Geriatric Rehabilitation Event Planning Strategic Planning Healthcare Handwriting Without Tears Teaching Public Speaking Team Building Customer Service Functional Capacity Evaluations Marketing Strategy Marketing Stroke Rehabilitation
About Geo Academies
Industry
Education
Employees
20 to 99
Revenue
$10M to <$50M
Office Location
3145 N Meridian St Ste 100, Indianapolis, IN
Professional Overview

Melissa Cassard is a School-Based Occupational Therapist, currently affiliated with Geo Academies, based in Gonzales, LA. As a occupational therapist, Cassard contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Gonzales, LA. They have been with Geo Academies for 11 years. Cassard holds academic credentials, including Master of Science (M.S.) and Bachelor of Science (B.S.), from Texas Woman's University and Louisiana State University. Core competencies include Autism Spectrum Disorders, Occupational Therapy, Occupational Therapists, Research, Splinting. Geo Academies operates in the Education sector with a workforce of 20 to 99 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit occupational therapist professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to occupational therapist specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Gonzales, LA healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Melissa Cassard located?
Melissa Cassard is based in Gonzales, LA. They are currently affiliated with Geo Academies.
What is Melissa Cassard's specialty?
Melissa Cassard specializes in occupational therapist. Their current role is School-Based Occupational Therapist.
Where does Melissa Cassard currently work?
Melissa Cassard currently works at Geo Academies. They have been there for 11 years.
What is Melissa Cassard's educational background?
Melissa Cassard attended Texas Woman's University and Louisiana State University.
How do I contact Melissa Cassard for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a occupational therapist?
Recruiting occupational therapists typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for occupational therapists across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a occupational therapist in LA?
occupational therapists in LA typically earn $65,000 to $109,000 annually, with a median of $84,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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