Certified Hand Therapist Float

MedStar•White Plains, MD

About The Position

As an Occupational / Physical Therapist with Certified Hand Therapist credential you will provide therapeutic interventions to prevent dysfunction restore function and/or reverse the progression of pathology of the upper limb (hand wrist elbow and shoulder) in order to enhance an individual's ability to perform tasks and participate fully in daily life situations. Using specialized skills in assessment planning and treatments CHT's assist with improving upper limb function alleviating pain and preventing disabilities by planning and administering medically prescribed therapy as outlined by treatment plan and in accordance with practice guidelines. A comprehensive knowledge of the structure of the upper limb is required. As requested CHT's may participate in program planning and protocol development and assist the team in meeting established goals. The Certified Hand Therapist Float will be required to work at 3 or more locations as deemed necessary by the hiring manager.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy or Physical Therapy required or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy or Physical Therapy required or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy or Physical Therapy required
3-4 years of experience as an occupational or physical therapist with 4000 hours or more in direct practice in hand therapy required
Maryland District of Columbia (DC) or Virginia licensure required as deemed necessary for your specific location(s). required
Successful completion of the CHT exam as administered by the HTCC. required
Every CHT is required to demonstrate continued professional development and competency by recertifying every five years. required
CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required
Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.
Professional competency as a general practitioner in occupational or physical therapy; demonstrates independent use of varied evaluation and treatment approaches.

Responsibilities

Provides evaluation services including review of pertinent history information performance of specific assessments and determination of recommendations and documentation of results.
Explains evaluation findings and treatment plan to patient and family and incorporates patient and family in the goals setting.
Demonstrates proficiency in implementation of treatment protocols based upon evaluation findings the patient's presentation and the evolving health care environment.
Consults with other healthcare professionals as indicated.
Recognizes and documents changes in patient's condition requiring modification of the plan of care and/or the need for medical/rehabilitation consultation.
Completes appropriate discharge planning and follow-up care.
Accurately and timely documents and charges for patient care activities in light of our evolving health care environment painting a clear picture of the patient's course of care including focused initial evaluation/plan of care that establishes baseline and goals legible daily encounter notes interim progress summaries and discharge evaluation.
Demonstrates effective time management and meets productivity expectations.
Maintains an accurate schedule.
Is timely and punctual and for meetings.
Participates in hospital and community-based marketing activities.
Contributes to the development and achievement of established department goals and objective.
Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.
Takes initiative in pursuing and directing continuing education for professional growth and competency for self and organization.
Serves as a clinical instructor to assign students.
Promotes excellent customer experience and great access to care through flexibility and adaptability.
Participates in team removal of barriers to access understands CSI measurement data of the sites and actively engages in the Access NRH initiatives.
The Clinic Assistant-Float will be required to work at 3 or more locations as deemed necessary by the hiring manager.