Certified Hand Therapist, PRN - Jefferson City

University of Missouri Health Care • Jefferson City, MO

7d • Onsite

About The Position

MU Health Care is looking for a passionate and skilled therapist to join our team as a Hand Therapy Specialist. We need someone who is dedicated to restoring function and improving the lives of patients with upper extremity impairments. The ideal candidate will possess a deep commitment to continuous learning and professional growth, actively seeking out training opportunities and maintaining advanced certifications. You will have the opportunity to showcase your expertise in designing and fabricating splints and assistive devices, providing cutting-edge treatments and modalities tailored to individual patient needs. At MU Health Care, we uphold the highest standards of ethical practice and are looking for a candidate who shares our commitment to excellence in patient care. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and advance your career in hand therapy, we encourage you to apply and join our dynamic team dedicated to patient-centered care.

Requirements

• Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) certification by the Hand Therapy Certification Commission (HTCC).
• Five (5) years of clinical experience, including 4,000 hours in the direct practice of hand therapy.
• Occupational Therapist (OT) licensure by the Missouri Board of Occupational Therapy or OT Compact multi-state privilege. When primary state of residency changes, compact state OTs must apply under new state of residency within thirty (30) days; OR Physical Therapist (PT) licensure by the Missouri Board of Registration for the Healing Arts or PT Compact multi-state privilege. When primary state of residency changes, compact state PTs must apply under new state of residency within thirty (30) days.

Nice To Haves

• Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.

Responsibilities

• Actively identify and participate in training, education, development activities, and/or supervise Occupational Therapy or Certified Occupational Therapy Students to improve own knowledge and performance, including acquiring the CEU’s needed to maintain state licensure in the State of Missouri and Hand Certification.
• Administer treatment that requires the advanced skills of a hand therapy specialist.
• Complete documentation according to UMHC and department guidelines and policies.
• Design, fabricate, and/or modify appropriate splints and other assistive devices or equipment for patient and act as clinical expert in the treatment of upper extremities injuries.
• In accordance with physician orders, skillfully provide modalities including, but not limited to, use of heat/cold, fluidotherapy, iontophoresis, electrical simulation, hydrotherapy, ultrasound, and manual therapy.
• Maintain standards in accordance with the code of ethics of the APTA if a physical therapist, or AOTA if an occupational therapist, and their respective State of Missouri Practice Acts to maintain eligibility for licensure.
• Perform comprehensive patient evaluations in a time sensitive manner. Correlate data from the assessment to determine an individualized occupational therapy plan of care directed toward goals based on a developmentally appropriate approach.
• May complete unit/department specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents.

Benefits

• Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one
• Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays
• Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years
• Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)
• Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed