Per Diem Hand Therapy Occupational Therapist - Lynbrook

Northwell Health • Lynbrook, NY

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About The Position

Orlin & Cohen Orthopedic Group – Northwell Health is the premier and fastest-growing orthopedic practice on Long Island, providing comprehensive care that helps thousands of our neighbors and community members live more active lives, free from pain. Orlin & Cohen is one of the largest orthopedics practices in the region, with over 20 offices located in Nassau and Suffolk Counties, Queens, and Staten Island, we have been in business for 30 years. Job Description Evaluation and treatment of orthopedic diagnoses of the upper extremity Fabricate custom orthotics for post-surgical diagnoses and non-operative injuries in the upper extremity Job responsibility Independent with evaluation and treating post-surgical and conservative orthopedic diagnoses of the upper extremity Strong skills in splint/orthotic fabrication. Effective communication and interpersonal skills to engage with patients, physicians, and staff Ability to collaborate and work in a team-focused environment Motivated to deliver positive patient outcomes

Requirements

• Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) credential or eligible candidates sitting for the CHT exam in the near future.
• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited educational program by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), required.
• Must have valid and up to date Occupational Therapist license
• Minimum one year of occupational therapy experience, preferred

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree
• Strong skills in splint/orthotic fabrication.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to engage with patients, physicians, and staff
• Ability to collaborate and work in a team-focused environment
• Motivated to deliver positive patient outcomes

Responsibilities

• Evaluation and treatment of orthopedic diagnoses of the upper extremity
• Fabricate custom orthotics for post-surgical diagnoses and non-operative injuries in the upper extremity
• Independent with evaluation and treating post-surgical and conservative orthopedic diagnoses of the upper extremity

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees