Occupational Therapist - Certified Hand Therapist

Occupational Therapist - Certified Hand Therapist

Location: 8101 Southside Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32256

Schedule: PRN/As Needed

Compensation: $45-$50/hour. Rate increases with experience

Select Physical Therapy is seeking a full-time Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) to treat various upper extremity disorders ranging from tendon injuries, sprains, strains, post-operative fractures, and more. We are seeking a hand therapist who is skilled in custom splinting. The Certified Hand Therapist will work with our regional hand therapy coordinator to ensure you have what you need for success.

Why join our nationwide team of amazing hand therapists?

National hand therapy program in 32 states with more than 300 CHTs nationwide and an additional 300 hand therapists are a part of the national hand therapy program

Nationally supported mentorship program: therapists interested in pursuing their CHT credentials (available in most regions). Experienced therapists have the opportunity to become mentors.

Education Department offers: National UE Symposium, National Journal Club, National CHT Study Group, free local CEUs, webinar training programs, and additional certification courses available for UE COMT

Hand team meetings in each local area, virtual meetings, and training available.

Opportunities to observe in physician clinics and work in contracted positions in physicians' clinics

Opportunity for research activities

Opportunity to develop and participate in program development for special populations

Hand therapy clinics are fully equipped and provide many treatment options

Responsibilities

Responsible for the evaluation, plan of care, treatment, re-evaluation, discharge, and appropriate communications of high quality hand therapy services to patients and customers.

Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment programs.

Maintain positive level of interaction with facilities and clients. Enhance and expand client relations with facilities and their staff.

Stay current and up to date with Occupational Therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice (RCB, clinician expertise, patient perception).

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited school for occupational or physical therapy

Hold specialty certification or licensure in hand therapy

National registration and state licensure or registration required

Previous, demonstrated marketing experience

Solid experience in application of custom splinting pre and post-op orthopedic

CPR certification

Valid state driver's license

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans