Occupational Therapist Fellow Hand Therapy Los Angeles, CA
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Job Location:
Los Angeles, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
6 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
When the work you do every single day has a crucial impact on the lives of others every effort every detail and every second matters. This shared culture of passion and dedication pulses through Cedars-Sinai and its just one of the many reasons weve achieved our six-consecutive Magnet designation for nursing excellence. From working with a team of premier healthcare professionals to using state-of-the-art facilities youll have everything you need to do something incrediblefor yourself and for others. Join us and discover why we are tied #1 in California and ten years in a row on the Best Hospitals Honor Roll.
The Cedars-Sinai Hand Therapy Clinic is located in Los Angeles California. You will work closely with hand surgeons to provide excellent and innovative care to patients with hand injuries. We specialize in the treatment of trauma to highly specialized post-operative cases. As a full-time Occupational Therapist Hand Therapy Fellow in the Cedars-Sinai Hand Therapy Clinic for one year you will primarily complete evaluations splinting and provide appropriate treatment interventions per policy for adult patients. Complete required documentation accurately and thoroughly within expected timeframes. Utilize validated and standardized outcome measures to establish goals demonstrate progress and patient rehabilitation prognosis. Demonstrates effective communication skills with patients families and care team members.
The Occupational Therapist Clinical Hand Therapy Fellow includes mentorship hours with experienced clinicians (350 hours). Coursework in evidence diagnostic considerations and regulations that inform and guide best practice in the practice of occupational therapy in a hand therapy setting. Implementation and reinforcement of the process of standardized evaluation & therapeutic intervention to facilitate occupational performance and participation based on available evidence and theoretical perspectives models of practice and frames of reference. Participation in scholarly activities that evaluate clinical practice service delivery and/or professional issues. Components necessary to facilitate requirements to apply for Board Certification in Physical Rehabilitation and Hand Therapy Certification.
Why work here
Beyond outstanding employee benefits (including health vision dental and life and insurance) we take pride in hiring the best employees. Our accomplished and compassionate staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our dedication to creating a dynamic inclusive environment that fuels innovation.
Qualifications
Education:
Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program - Required (Masters)
Doctorate Degree Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program- Preferred
Licenses/Certifications:
California Occupational Therapy License
Basic Life Support- Upon Hire
What else are we looking for
Minimum of one-year experience in hand therapy setting preferred
Candidates with less than one year of experience may be considered. Therapist to be proficient by virtue of training and/or experience to perform evaluations design and implement treatment plans and provide education in a manner appropriate to the patients age. Experience and/or knowledge of assessment and intervention techniques in a medical and physical disabilities setting.
Physical Demands:
Standing Walking Sitting Lifting - 35 lbs. Carrying - 35 lbs. Pushing - 35 lbs. Pulling - 35 lbs. Climbing Balancing Stooping Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Crouching Crawling Reaching Handling Grasping Feeling Talking Hearing Repetitive Motions Kneeling
Minimum Salary
31.98
Maximum Salary
49.57
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Body Mechanics
- Early Intervention
- Acute Care
- Communication skills
- HIPAA
- Autism Experience
- Computer Literacy
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Heavy Lifting
- Patient Service Experience
- Medicare
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