Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapist or CHT

Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapist or CHT

Position: Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapist

Location: 2106 Park Avenue Orange Park, Florida 32073

Schedule: Per Diem;
Schedule TBD

Compensation: $38.00-$50.00/hour pending experience

Select Physical Therapy is seeking a Per Diem Hand Therapist-Occupational Therapist for our outpatient orthopedic center! Although a certified hand therapist (CHT) is preferred, we are willing to consider occupational therapists with a level II fieldwork in hands (required). We have a network of hand therapists and CHTs available for support and are excited to mentor occupational therapists aspiring to be a CHT.

• Hand Therapy Program:
  Our national hand therapy program spans 32 states, with over 300 CHTs and 300 hand therapists across the country.
• Mentorship: (Available in most regions) Our nationally supported mentorship program is for therapists interested in pursuing their CHT credentials.
• Educational Opportunities:
  Take part in the National Upper Extremity (UE) symposium, national journal club, free local continuing education programs, national study group, and additional certification courses.
• Collaboration:
  
  Supervise assistants and aides and contribute to case management.
• High Standard of Care:
  Stay current and up to date with occupational therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice (RCB, clinician expertise, patient perception).
• Personalized Treatment:
  Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment, from evaluating and creating a plan of care to treatment and discharge.
• Relationship-Building:
  Maintain positive level of interaction with centers and patients. Enhance and expand client relations with facilities and their staff.

• Graduate of an American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)
  -accredited school of occupational therapy
• CPR certification
• Valid driver’s license

• At least two years of experience in the application of custom splinting pre and post-op orthopedic
• Minimum two years in adult rehabilitation; hand and splinting experience preferred