Certified Hand Therapist - Clinical Leader & Mentor

Houston Methodist; Houston (TX); Presencial; USD 85.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Houston Methodist is seeking a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) for a full-time, day shift at the Spring Valley location. The position involves evaluating and planning care for a broad range of hand and upper extremity diagnoses, delivering patient care directly and through delegation to OTAs/PTAs, and serving as a preceptor to colleagues and students.

The successful candidate will have an OT or PT license, BLS certification, and CHT credential, with a physician-focused, patient-centered approach

Formación

• Graduate of an education program approved by credentialing body for required credential.
• Completion of HM or comparable Occupational or Physical Therapy Residency program, or three years of experience as a Physical or Occupational Therapist.
• Licensed OT or PT and BLS, plus CHT certification.

Responsabilidades

• Perform comprehensive hand and upper extremity evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on therapy goals and home exercise programs.
• Collaborate with the health care team to modify treatment plans based on patient progress.

Conocimientos

Communication

English proficiency

Customer service

Hand therapy expertise

Clinical judgment

Team leadership

Educación

Graduate of approved program

Herramientas

Rehabilitation equipment

Electronic health records

Descripción del empleo

Houston Methodist is seeking a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) for a full-time, day shift at the Spring Valley location. The position involves evaluating and planning care for a broad range of hand and upper extremity diagnoses, delivering patient care directly and through delegation to OTAs/PTAs, and serving as a preceptor to colleagues and students.

The successful candidate will have an OT or PT license, BLS certification, and CHT credential, with a physician-focused, patient-centered approach