Certified Hand Therapist - PRN

Trinity Health•Langhorne, PA

12d

About The Position

St. Mary, a member of Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic, is seeking therapist with knowledge in splinting and post surgical hand, wrist and elbow surgeries for support to hand surgeon. Position will be PRN with possible opportunity to increase to part time as volume grows. Develops a comprehensive plan of care and provides treatment with appropriate and effective techniques to achieve established goals with an emphasis on functional status Provides supervision for Occupational Therapy Assistants, P.M & R. technicians, students and volunteers as required. In collaboration with leadership identifies marketing opportunities and identifies changes in referral patterns that will negatively or positively impact volumes. Adheres to the Code of Ethics of the American Occupational Therapy Association and the Practice Act of the Commonwealth of PA. Maintains safe/orderly working environment for patients and staff. Interprets and utilizes clinical data in the treatment plan. Assumes accountability for managing the delivery of patient care. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.

Requirements

PA Occupational Therapy License
Hand Therapy Certification

Responsibilities

Develops a comprehensive plan of care and provides treatment with appropriate and effective techniques to achieve established goals with an emphasis on functional status
Provides supervision for Occupational Therapy Assistants, P.M & R. technicians, students and volunteers as required.
In collaboration with leadership identifies marketing opportunities and identifies changes in referral patterns that will negatively or positively impact volumes.
Adheres to the Code of Ethics of the American Occupational Therapy Association and the Practice Act of the Commonwealth of PA.
Maintains safe/orderly working environment for patients and staff.
Interprets and utilizes clinical data in the treatment plan.
Assumes accountability for managing the delivery of patient care.
Completes all documentation according to departmental policy and regulatory standards.
Prioritizes and organizes work assignment and adjust priorities based on changing situations.
Computes and compiles necessary charge information consistent with departmental policy.
Abides by all hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
Follows hospital and departmental infection control policies and procedures when carrying out responsibilities.
Acts as a patient advocate and uphold patients’ rights
Assumes additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Lead/ Manager.