Occupational Therapist-Hand Therapist
US-OH-Chillicothe
CCC
Req #: 300335
Type: Part Time
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Overview: Position: Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapist Location: 68 Consumer Center Drive Chillicothe, OH 45601 Schedule: M 9-7, Th 9-7, F 7-4 Compensation: Hourly, commensurate with experience NovaCare is seeking a part-time Hand Therapist-Ocuupational Therapist for our outpatient orthopedic center located in Chillicothe, OH. A certified hand therapist (CHT) is preferred, but we are willing to consider occupational therapists with 1 year of experience working with hand patients. We can mentor an occupational therapist aspiring to be a certified hand therapist. We have a network of hand therapists and CHTs available for support. Unique Job Opportunities: * Nationally supported mentorship program therapists interested in pursuing their CHT credentials (available in most regions). Experienced therapists have the opportunity to become a mentor * Education dept: National UE symposium, National journal club, National CHT study group, free local CEUs, webinar training programs, additional certification course available for UE COMT * Hand team meetings in each local area and virtual meetings and training available. * Opportunities to observe in physician clinics and work in contracted positions in physician's clinics * Opportunity for research activities * Opportunity to teach internal courses on a national and local level and contribute to other educational activities * Hand therapy clinics are fully equipped and provide many treatment options Responsibilities: * Responsible for the evaluation, plan of care, treatment, re-evaluation, discharge, and appropriate communications of high quality hand therapy services to patients and customers. * Develop treatment plans, supervise assistants and aides, contribute to case management, and provide quality patient care. * Maintain positive level of interaction with facilities and clients. Enhance and expand client relations with facilities and their staff. * Stay current and up to date with Occupational Therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice (RCB, clinician expertise, patient perception). Qualifications: * Must be a graduate of an AOTA accredited school of Occupational Therapy and state OT License required * Experience in the application of custom splinting pre and post-op orthopedics is required * Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification * Valid driver's license
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