Overview:
Certified hand therapists (CHT) and occupational therapist aspiring to become a CHT- we are hiring in Ottumwa, IA
Select Physical Therapy in Ottumwa is seeking a part time occupational therapist or physical therapist hand therapist for our outpatient orthopedic location center. A certified hand therapist (CHT) is HIGHLY preferred, but we are willing to consider occupational therapists (OT) with a level II fieldwork in hands (required). We CAN mentor an occupational therapist or physical therapists aspiring to be a certified hand therapist.
We have a network of hand therapists and certified hand therapists for support and welcome experienced hand therapists and certified hand therapists to join a national leader in hand therapy.
We are looking for a dynamic individual ready to grow and continue developing our hand programs in your community.
Compensation: $35.00-$45.00/hour depending on experience and certifications
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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:
Minimum Qualificaitons:
* Must be a graduate of an accredited school for Occupational Therapy or Physical Therapy
* National registration and state licensure or registration REQUIRED.
* Level II field work or Hand Therapy clinical rotation in school in lieu of two years of hand therapy experience.
Perferred Qualifications:
* Specialty certification or licensure in Hand Therapy or able to sit for exam.
* Minimum of two years experience in application of custom splinting pre and post-op orthopedic required.
* Minimum two years in adult rehabilitation; hand and splinting experience required.
* Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
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