Occupational Therapist - Certified Hand Therapist CHT - $2500 Bonus
Occupational Therapist - Certified Hand Therapist CHT - $2500 Bonus
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Overview
Position: Occupational Therapist - Certified Hand Therapist
Location: Sharon CT
Schedule: Part-time Mon/Wed/Fri 8 am-5 pm
Compensation:$60.00/hour
Incentives: $2500 sign-on bonus
Select Physical Therapy is seeking a part-time Certified Hand Therapist - Occupational Therapist for ouroutpatient orthopedic center in New Milford. Although a certified hand therapist (CHT) is preferred we are willing to consider occupational therapists with at least one year of experience working in hand therapy (required). We have a network of hand therapists and CHTs available for support and are excited to mentor occupational therapists aspiring to be a CHT.
Why Choose Us:
- Hand Therapy Program: Our national hand therapy program spans 32 states with over 300 CHTs and 300 hand therapists across the country.
- Mentorship: (Available in most regions) Our nationally supported mentorship program is for therapists interested in pursuing their CHT credentials.
- Educational Opportunities: Take part in the National Upper Extremity (UE) symposium national journal club free local continuing education programs national study group and additional certification courses.
Responsibilities
- Collaboration: Supervise assistants and aides and contribute to case management.
- High Standard of Care: Stay current and up to date with occupational therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice (RCB clinician expertise patient perception).
- Personalized Treatment: Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment from evaluating and creating a plan of care to treatment and discharge.
- Relationship-Building: Maintain positive level of interaction with centers and patients. Enhance and expand client relations with facilities and their staff.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Graduate of an American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) -accredited school of occupational therapy
- CPR certification
- One (1) year of experience working in hand therapy
- Valid drivers license
Preferred Qualifications:
- At least two years of experience in the application of custom splinting pre and post-op orthopedic
- Minimum two years in adult rehabilitation; hand and splinting experience preferred
Additional Data
Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
Employment Type
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