Hand Therapist

Position Summary

Maryland Orthopedic Specialists (MOS) is a division of The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics LLC (CAO). CAO is committed to be the Orthopaedics provider of choice for our patients; and employer of choice by attracting and retaining a talented workforce.

Join our team dedicated to excellence in hand and upper extremity rehabilitation. Work with our hand therapy team and partner directly with our hand physician for seamless communication and coordinated patient care.

We are looking for a therapist experienced in hand therapy preferably a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) or minimally a candidate preparing for the CHT exam. The candidate should be proficient in splint/orthosis fabrication.

The Hand Therapist administers necessary hand/wrist/elbow rehabilitation as determined through an evaluation process for patients who suffer from injuries, illnesses, or dysfunction of systems including but not limited to the musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, central nervous system, cardiovascular and integumentary systems, or other physical, mental, or learning disability. The purpose of this treatment is to help restore function, relieve pain, and prevent further disability such that the patient leads a normal life and can carry out daily activities.

The Hand Therapist performs these responsibilities individually or through appropriate delegation to and oversight of support staff.

• Provides direct patient care 100% of his/her work time which includes required documentation in patients’ medical records.
• Conducts comprehensive evaluation to determine appropriate course of care for each patient and follow up treatment as appropriate. Treatment may include only the fabrication and/or distribution of a finger/hand/wrist/elbow and/or shoulder orthotic.
• Performs and documents tests and measurements appropriate for the given condition which may include strength, range of motion, sensory perception, functional capacity, and respiratory and circulatory efficiency of the patient.
• Administers hand therapy treatments and monitors such treatment within the scope of occupational/physical therapy practice as appropriate for the patient’s condition to decrease pain, increase range of motion and strength and promote function. These treatments may include but not be limited to therapeutic interventions such as modalities, therapeutic procedures, manual therapy, and written home exercise programs.
• Meets or exceeds CAO productivity standards as provided by his/her respective CAO Practice.
• Assesses effects of treatments at various stages, but minimally every 30 days, and adjusts treatment to achieve maximum benefit.
• Documents treatments, responses, progress, and outcomes in the chart of the patient according to federal and state regulations and CAO requirements.
• Documents and selects appropriate CPT codes which correlate to treatment administered. Selects codes and submits billing charges in a manner consistent with the amount and level of care for each patient.
• Abides by all insurance guidelines required for insurance coverage and reimbursement, coordinating care in accordance with current authorizations, referrals, treatment plan, and insurance benefits requirements.
• Supervises therapist assistants and related therapy support staff during treatments as dictated by his/her state OT/PT Practice Act and federal regulations.
• Supervises and assists with student observation/clinical rotation, as applicable and according to federal and state regulations.
• Works in collaboration with, and communicates effectively with, other medical providers for the purpose of benefiting the patient’s recovery and ensuring successful outcomes.
• Actively participates on the Therapy team, including but not limited to staff meetings, CAO sponsored events, webinars, in-services, and departmental meetings.
• Assists with the smooth running of the clinic, which may include variations in scheduled hours, as well as staffing at another CAO location.
• Administers treatment in accordance with all compliance regulations as dictated by federal and state governing bodies and in accordance with CAO best practices.
• May be required to work a minimum of two…