Certified Hand Therapist

Select Medical • Kansas City, MO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Select Physical Therapy is seeking a full-time Certified Hand Therapist (CHT), Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist, to treat various upper extremity disorders ranging from tendon injuries, sprains, strains, post-operative fractures, and more. We are seeking a skilled hand therapist experienced in custom splinting. The Certified Hand Therapist will collaborate with our regional hand therapy coordinator to ensure you have the necessary resources for success. We are looking for a full-time CHT with interest in both post-surgical management and treatment of injured workers. There is additional opportunity in the Mission, KS location if there is interest in a nearby location on the KS side.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years outpatient experience required.
• Graduate of an accredited school for occupational or physical therapy
• Hold specialty certification or licensure in hand therapy
• National registration and state licensure or registration required
• Previous, demonstrated marketing experience
• Solid experience in application of custom splinting pre and post-op orthopedic
• CPR certification
• Valid state driver’s license

Nice To Haves

• interest in both post-surgical management and treatment of injured workers
• interest in a nearby location on the KS side

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.
• Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment programs.
• 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).

Benefits

• Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition
• Unmatched CEU program with paid national certifications
• Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings
• Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans as well as life and disability protection
• Our student loan repayment program helps alleviate the financial pressure of student debt
• Explore different specialties like aquatics, sports medicine, neuro, pelvic health, concussion care, hand therapy, and more
• Our Outpatient Clinical Advancement Program supports professional growth, clinical expertise with bonus incentives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree