Occupational Therapist – Hand Therapy

Select Medical•Sun City Center, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Select Physical Therapy is hiring a full-time Occupational Therapist – Hand Therapist for an outpatient orthopedic center in Sun City, Florida. The center treats a wide range of upper-extremity conditions, including tendon injuries, sprains, strains, and post-operative fractures. The therapist will work in a well-equipped center alongside hand surgeons, using evidence-based practices and individualized care plans. The organization offers mentorship toward CHT certification and participation in its national Hand Therapy program. Splinting experience and CHTs or experienced hand therapists are preferred, but new graduates with Level II fieldwork in hand therapy are also eligible. The schedule is Monday through Friday; the center is open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Compensation starts at $75,000 per year, based on experience. The position includes a $20,000 sign-on bonus and $350 per month in student loan repayment.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
Active national registration and state licensure required at the start of employment.
CPR certification.
Valid state driver's license.
At least one year of current hand therapy experience, or, for new graduates, Level II fieldwork in hand therapy.

Nice To Haves

Splinting experience.
CHT certification or experience as a hand therapist.

Responsibilities

Evaluate patients and develop plans of care for high-quality hand therapy services.
Provide treatment, re-evaluation, and discharge services, and communicate appropriately with patients and customers.
Develop treatment plans and supervise assistants and aides.
Contribute to case management and provide quality patient care.
Maintain positive interactions with facilities and clients.
Enhance and expand client relations with facilities and their staff.
Stay current with Occupational Therapy research and employ evidence-based practice, integrating research, clinician expertise, and patient perception.