What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist or Certified Hand Therapist position at Select Physical Therapy?
Overview
Position: Occupational Therapist - Outpatient/CHT
Schedule: Looking for FT (32-40 hours/week) OR Part time (<32 hours/week)
Incentives: Sign On bonus and Student Debt Loan Repayment
Our outpatient orthopedic team is seeking an occupational therapist tor CHT o join us in providing quality patient care.
We are passionate about creating an exceptional patient experience and helping all of our patients get back to athletics, work, life, and the things they love.
We are looking for a dynamic occupational therapist that has experience with treating a hand/elbow case load and a desire to study for the CHT exam, if not already certified. You will have the opportunity to work directly alongside CHTs with the largest hand team in the Metro area. We offer a highly successful mentorship program for obtaining your CHT certification. You will be paired with a CHT mentor and will have access to such resources as an UE Journal Club and CHT Study Group. Already a CHT? Our hand therapists have free access to the Journals of Hand Therapy and Hand Surgery as well as many others. Select Medical’s Continuing Education Department is second-to-none and hosts an annual UE Symposium in addition to live courses, virtual Master Classes, and recorded instructional videos to suit every learning style. Select Medical’s Hand Therapy team has ASHT Board members and two former ASHT presidents in its ranks and is led by world renowned hand therapist Sue Blackmore. Apply today and learn more about the benefits of joining our team!
We value mentorship and a collaborative approach to care. New graduates are welcome to apply!
Benefits and Incentives (for full-time at 32 hrs ):
- Comprehensive healthcare plans and company matching 401(k)
- Generous paid time off (PTO) and extended illness days (EID)
- Indefinite student debt benefit program
- Industrywide unmatched continuing education program with unlimited access to CEU courses, national certifications, and more
- Competitive compensation with annual performance reviews
Responsibilities
- Best Practices: Stay current and up to date with Occupational Therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice (RCB, clinician expertise, patient perception).
- Build Relationships: Enhance, develop and expand relationships with referral sources and maintain a positive level of interaction with centers and patients.
- Collaborative Approach: Develop objective patient goals and establish the type, frequency and duration of occupational therapy in collaboration with the referring physician.
- High Standard of Care: Understand appropriate state Practice Act and adhere to the laws that govern how OTs may practice and whom they may supervise.
- Innovative Opportunities: Participate in the design and implementation of new programs or procedures with the approval of the manager and referring physicians per HIPPA guidelines.
- Leadership: Supervise and delegate occupational therapy care for each patient within the guidelines of state rules and federal regulations.
- Personalized Treatment: Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment programs and demonstrate completion of patient care responsibilities and documentation requirements in an appropriate and timely manner.
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited school for occupational therapy
- State Occupational Therapist license (or license eligible)
- CPR certification
- Valid state driver’s license
Additional Data
Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
