Occupational Therapist Outpatient

Join our fast-paced, specialized hand therapy clinic, where we work closely with orthopedic and plastic surgeons to manage complex upper extremity conditions. Our team provides care for Level I trauma cases, complex wound management, and chronic conditions requiring both surgical and non-surgical intervention. We are seeking a motivated individual with intermediate-level clinical knowledge who is eager to grow their skills in a specialized hand therapy setting.

Qualifications and Skills Intermediate knowledge of hand anatomy, kinesiology, and upper extremity pathology. Understanding of splinting principles and general knowledge of orthotic fabrication. Interest in treating complex upper extremity injuries and conditions. Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. Willingness to learn, accept mentorship, and develop clinical skills alongside our experienced team. Why Join Our Team? Work in a collaborative, specialized clinical environment alongside experienced hand therapy professionals and referring surgeons.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone motivated to expand their knowledge, refine their clinical skills, and build expertise in upper extremity rehabilitation. We value curiosity, dedication, and a willingness to learn as much as existing experience.

Receive 17% Weekday Nights, 26% Weekend Nights and 15% Weekend Day shift differentials

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Compensation for this role is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to experience, education, and other business and organizational considerations.

Department:
Rehabilitation Outpatient 1025

FTE: 0.80
Full Time

Shift: Days

Position Summary:

Organize and deliver occupational therapy to facilitate rehabilitation of the physically-impaired following disease, injury, or surgical intervention. Direct patient participation in selected tasks to restore, reinforce and enhance performance; facilitate learning of skills and functions necessary for adaptation and productivity. Ensure adherence to Hospitals and departmental policies and procedures. Patient care assignment may include neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric age groups.

• ASSESSMENT
  - Evaluate patient to determine treatment goals; outline delivery of therapy according to assessed needs
• THERAPY PLAN
  - Plan therapy program to include sensorimotor, educational, recreational, and social activities designed to help patients regain physical functions or to adjust to handicaps
• CONSULTATION
  - Consult with members of rehabilitative team in therapy delivery; consult with medical staff on patient care
• THERAPY
  - Select constructive therapy suited to patient needs
• EDUCATION
  - Educate patients on skills and techniques required for participation in therapy program; evaluate progress, attitudes and behavior as related to rehabilitative potential
• SUPPLIES & EQUIPMENT
  - Order supplies and equipment
• TOOLS & EQUIPMENT
  - Clean and repair tools and equipment
• TRAINING
  - Conduct or participate in training medical/nursing/ancillary personnel in occupational therapy techniques and objectives
• DEVICES
  - Design and fit adaptive devices for patient use
• DOCUMENTATION
  - Document patient care activities; process patient billing
• SUPERVISION
  - Supervise and instruct occupational therapy students and volunteers as delegated; delegate patient treatment responsibilities to ancillary staff as appropriate
• CUSTOMER RELATIONS
  - Establish and maintain good rapport and effective working relationships with patients, visitors, physicians and Hospitals employees
• DEVELOPMENT
  - Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, reading current literature, attending in-services, meetings and workshops
• PATIENT SAFETY 1 - Follow patient…