OT/PT - Hand or Hand Therapist

Mayo Clinic•Rochester, MN

13d•$78,270 - $128,253•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) is an occupational therapist or physical therapist who uses specialized skills in assessment and treatment to promote the goals of prevention of dysfunction, restoration of function, and / or reversal of the progression of pathology to enhance participation in life situations for individuals with upper quarter disease or injury. The CHT provides quality care to patients/clients who have impairments, functional limitations, disabilities, or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease, or other causes. The CHT addresses risk, provides prevention services, promotes health and wellness, and provides consultation and education. The CHT interacts and practices in collaboration with a variety of professionals, participates in professional development and learning opportunities and assists in departmental organization, growth, and planning.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy/Physical Therapy program.
Licensed or eligible for licensure in the state of Minnesota as an Occupational Therapist/Physical Therapist.
Demonstrated skills in the areas of organization, communication, interpersonal relations, leadership, decision making and problem solving.
Current occupational therapy/physical therapy licensure in the state of Minnesota.
NBCOT certification as an OTR is required for employment at Mayo Clinic (both upon hiring and ongoing certification every 3 years).
Successfully passed or is eligible to sit for the Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) exam.
Current BLS certification or completion within 60 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

Prefer board certification in clinical specialty area and/or advanced degree in health care field.
Prefer active participation within professional organization.
Doctor of Occupational or Physical Therapy preferred.

Responsibilities

Apply current knowledge, theory, evidence, and sound clinical judgment in patient management.
Work closely with the patient, family, and other members of an interdisciplinary team to provide efficient and effective individualized patient care.
Serve as advocates and promoters of health, wellness, and fitness to all stakeholders.
Serve as educators and mentors for therapy students, peers, and other medical professionals.
Assist with department and program planning.
Provide specialized skills in assessment and treatment to promote prevention of dysfunction, restoration of function, and/or reversal of the progression of pathology to enhance participation in life situations for individuals with upper quarter disease or injury.
Provide quality care to patients/clients who have impairments, functional limitations, disabilities, or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease, or other causes.
Address risk, provide prevention services, promote health and wellness, and provide consultation and education.
Interact and practice in collaboration with a variety of professionals.
Participate in professional development and learning opportunities.
Assist in departmental organization, growth, and planning.