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Shelly Benson

Occupational Therapist

occupational therapist Shreveport, LA U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
8 years at U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs
Connections
34
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 35,020 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the occupational therapist specialty. Shelly Benson is one of them.
  • 254 occupational therapists are based in LA (out of 17,046 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 13,511 contacts at U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs are tracked in HealthTal.
  • 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: Ochsner Health System (7), Touro Infirmary (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 September 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
University of Louisiana Monroe
Bachelor of Science - BS
Louisiana Tech University
Bachelor of Arts - BA
Skills
Teaching Microsoft Office Microsoft Word Clinical Research Powerpoint Research Public Speaking Healthcare Customer Service Treatment
About U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs
Industry
Government
Employees
5000+
Revenue
$100M to <$1B
Website
va.gov
Office Location
2800 Youree Dr, Shreveport, LA
Professional Overview

Shelly Benson is a Occupational Therapist, currently affiliated with U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs, based in Shreveport, LA. As a occupational therapist, Benson contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Shreveport, LA. They have been with U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs for 8 years. Benson holds academic credentials, including Bachelor of Science - BS and Bachelor of Arts - BA, from University of Louisiana Monroe and Louisiana Tech University. Core competencies include Teaching, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Clinical Research, Powerpoint. U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs operates in the Government sector with a workforce of 5000+ 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 Shreveport, 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 Shelly Benson located?
Shelly Benson is based in Shreveport, LA. They are currently affiliated with U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs.
What is Shelly Benson's specialty?
Shelly Benson specializes in occupational therapist. Their current role is Occupational Therapist.
Where does Shelly Benson currently work?
Shelly Benson currently works at U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs. They have been there for 8 years.
What is Shelly Benson's educational background?
Shelly Benson attended University of Louisiana Monroe and Louisiana Tech University.
How do I contact Shelly Benson for recruiting?
HealthTal provides verified direct email address and phone number for Shelly Benson. Subscribe to access full contact details including personal email, direct dial, and LinkedIn profile.
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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