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Melanie Gillingham

Occupational Therapist (Penn Highlands) K-12th

occupational therapist New Orleans, LA West Branch Elementary School
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Overview
Level
Staff
Tenure
3 years at West Branch Elementary School
Gender
Female
Connections
188
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 35,020 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the occupational therapist specialty. Melanie Gillingham 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
Pierce College
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management General/Social Work
2021
Forest Hill High School
1996
Forest Hill High School
Diploma/Visual Arts Specialy
1996
Skills
Visual Merchandising Visual Arts Makeup Artistry Management Sales Customer Service Training Scheduling Task Management Talent Development Teamwork Customer Satisfaction Inventory Management Leadership Leadership Development Microsoft Excel Public Speaking Retail Merchandising Social Media Social Networking Store Management Strategic Planning Team Building Talent Management Time Management Microsoft Office Communication Social Services Health And Wellness Customer Experience Customer Retention Marketing Skilled Multi Tasker
About West Branch Elementary School
Industry
Education
Employees
500 to 999
Revenue
$50M to <$100M
Website
westbranch.org
Office Location
516 Allport Cutoff, Morrisdale, PA
Professional Overview

Melanie Gillingham is a Occupational Therapist (Penn Highlands) K-12th, currently affiliated with West Branch Elementary School, based in New Orleans, LA. As a occupational therapist, Gillingham contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in New Orleans, LA. They have been with West Branch Elementary School for 3 years. Gillingham holds academic credentials, including Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management General/Social Work and Diploma/Visual Arts Specialy, from Pierce College and Forest Hill High School. Core competencies include Visual Merchandising, Visual Arts, Makeup Artistry, Management, Sales. West Branch Elementary School operates in the Education sector with a workforce of 500 to 999 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 New Orleans, 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 Melanie Gillingham located?
Melanie Gillingham is based in New Orleans, LA. They are currently affiliated with West Branch Elementary School.
What is Melanie Gillingham's specialty?
Melanie Gillingham specializes in occupational therapist. Their current role is Occupational Therapist (Penn Highlands) K-12th.
Where does Melanie Gillingham currently work?
Melanie Gillingham currently works at West Branch Elementary School. They have been there for 3 years.
What is Melanie Gillingham's educational background?
Melanie Gillingham attended Pierce College and Forest Hill High School.
How do I contact Melanie Gillingham 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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