Hand Therapist

Description

JOB OVERVIEW:

As a full time Occupational Therapist with CHT credential you will assist with restoring the patient's function, alleviate pain, and prevent disabilities by planning and administering medically prescribed therapy as outlined by treatment plan and in accordance with practice guidelines.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Meets the patient's goals and needs and provides quality care by assessing and interpreting evaluations and test results; determining treatment plans in consultation with physicians
• Helps patient accomplish treatment plan and accept therapeutic devices by administering manual exercises; instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing physical activities
• Evaluates effects of therapy treatments by observing, noting, and evaluating patient's progress; recommending adjustments and modifications
• Responsible for the maintenance and accuracy of records in regard to patient care for all patients on personal case load
• Provide direct patient care as prescribed, including evaluation and treatment planning
• Participate in meetings regarding patient care as appropriate
• Provide education to patients as well as staff on the specific treatment plan as well as therapy goals for the patient
• Responsible for the coordination and cooperation with other staff members in carrying out the treatment plan as established
• Maintains patient confidence and protects clinic operations by keeping information confidential
• Maintains a clean, safe, hazard-free work environment with safety inspections indicating no re-occurring problems, and/or incident reports due to an unsafe environmental condition
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols
• Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS/LICENSE:

• Current Occupational / Physical Therapist license with CHT credential in the State of Florida
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Products, EPM and EHR software applications

EDUCATION:

Bachelors degree required.

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum 2 years related experience preferred.

Will accept new graduates.

SKILLS:

• Ability to lift patients using appropriate biomechanical lifting techniques frequently throughout the course of the work day/shift; must be capable of easily lifting fifty (50) pounds dead weight alone
• Ability to walk, bend, stand, and reach consistently during the work day/shift.
• Visual acuity (near and distant) sufficient to evaluate, diagnose, and monitor patient needs and to maintain accurate records, recognize people, and provide directions
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Dedication to patient care

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

• Specific vision requirements include the ability to see at close range, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
• Possess the ability to fulfill any office activities normally expected in an office setting, to include, but not limited to: remaining seated for periods of time to perform computer based work, participating in filing activity, lifting and carrying office supplies (paper reams, mail, etc.)
• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel, and reach with hand and arms
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10-15 pounds.
• Fine hand manipulation (keyboarding).
• Travel may be required to existing or new TOI locations.