Occupational Therapist Hand Therapy - Occupational Therapy

** Penn State Health**
- ** Hershey Medical Center*
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* Location:

** US:

PA:
Hershey

** Work Type:
** Full Time

** FTE:
** 1.00

** Shift:
** Day

*
* Hours:

** Will require a combination of Early (7:00a start) and late (6:00p end) hours

** Recruiter Contact:
** Hector Diaz  (MAILTO://hdiaz
1.edu)

** SUMMARY OF POSITION:*
* The Occupational Therapist, Hand Therapy, will have the opportunity to work alongside a team of seasoned therapists (Occupational, Physical, and Speech) with expertise in hand rehabilitation and orthopedics as well as neurologic, vestibular, and sports rehabilitation among others. The Occupational Therapist, Hand Therapy, will work closely with orthopedic & plastic surgeons, and primary care providers in treating pre-operative, non-operative and post-operative patients with upper extremity bone & joint injuries and peripheral nerve conditions in pediatrics, adults and geriatrics.

As a member of an academic medical center there is strong focus on education and training with opportunities to participate in rounds/educational events and to mentor students and medical residents.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

+ Currently licensed to practice as an Occupational Therapist by the state of employment. If working under a temporary license, Occupational Therapy license in the state of employment must be obtained within three (3) months of employment.

+ AHA BLS upon orientation completion

** PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):*
* + Minimum of five (5) years' experience in Hand Therapy preferred. Certification in Hand Therapy preferred.

** WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?*
* Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

** Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:*
* +  
** _Be Well_
** with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).

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** _Be Balanced_
** with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.

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** _Be Secured_
** with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.

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** _Be Rewarded_
** with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.

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** _Be Supported_
** by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

** WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?*
* Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania's only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other.

As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.

** YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE'LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence - that's Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That's all you.*
* _This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract._   _All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities._

_Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health's policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination._

** Union:
** Non Bargained

** Position
* * Occupational Therapist Hand Therapy - Occupational Therapy

** Location
* * US:

PA:
Hershey | Therapy Services | Full Time

** Req
** 96033