Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapist or CHT

Select Medical • Orange Park, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Select Physical Therapy is seeking a per diem Occupational Therapist specializing in hand therapy for its outpatient orthopedic center at 2106 Park Avenue, Orange Park, Florida 32073. The schedule is to be determined, and compensation is $38.00–$50.00 per hour, depending on experience. A Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) is preferred. Occupational therapists without CHT certification may be considered if they have completed Level II fieldwork in hands, which is required. The organization offers a network of hand therapists and CHTs for support and mentorship for occupational therapists pursuing CHT credentials.

The national hand therapy program spans 32 states and includes more than 300 CHTs and 300 hand therapists. Mentorship is available in most regions. Educational opportunities include a National Upper Extremity symposium, national journal club, free local continuing education programs, a national study group, and additional certification courses. Career-development offerings include mentorship and orientation, a continuing education program with paid national certifications, and an Outpatient Clinical Advancement Program with bonus incentives.

Requirements

• Graduate of an American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)-accredited school of occupational therapy.
• CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Level II fieldwork in hands is required for occupational therapists who do not have CHT certification.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) certification.
• At least two years of experience applying custom splinting in pre- and post-operative orthopedic care.
• At least two years of experience in adult rehabilitation; hand and splinting experience preferred.
• Interest in pursuing CHT credentials.

Responsibilities

• Supervise assistants and aides and contribute to case management.
• Stay current with occupational therapy research and use evidence-based practice, incorporating research, clinician expertise, and patient perception.
• Evaluate patients, develop plans of care, provide individualized treatment, and manage discharge.
• Maintain positive interactions with centers and patients.
• Enhance and expand client relationships with facilities and their staff.

Benefits

• Mentorship and orientation programs.
• Continuing education program with paid national certifications.
• Outpatient Clinical Advancement Program with bonus incentives.
• Access to national and local educational opportunities, including a National Upper Extremity symposium, national journal club, free local continuing education programs, national study group, and additional certification courses.

What This Job Offers

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