Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapist - CHT

Select Physical Therapy•Burke, VA

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Select Physical Therapy is seeking a full-time Hand Therapist-Occupational Therapist for their outpatient orthopedic center in Burke, VA. While a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) is preferred, the company is willing to consider occupational therapists with a level II fieldwork in hands and one year of experience in the field. The company offers a national hand therapy program spanning 32 states with over 300 CHTs and 300 hand therapists. Mentorship is available in most regions for therapists interested in pursuing CHT credentials. Educational opportunities include the National Upper Extremity (UE) symposium, national journal club, free local continuing education programs, national study group, and additional certification courses. This position will not be working with a CHT onsite daily. The role offers a $20K bonus and a student loan repayment program.

Requirements

Graduate of an American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) -accredited school of occupational therapy
CPR certification
Valid driver’s license
One year of experience in the field (required for occupational therapists without CHT)

Nice To Haves

Certified Hand Therapist (CHT)
At least two years of experience in the application of custom splinting pre and post-op orthopedic
Minimum two years in adult rehabilitation; hand and splinting experience

Responsibilities

Supervise assistants and aides and contribute to case management.
Stay current and up to date with occupational therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice (RCB, clinician expertise, patient perception).
Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment, from evaluating and creating a plan of care to treatment and discharge.
Maintain positive level of interaction with centers and patients.
Enhance and expand client relations with facilities and their staff.