Certified Hand Therapist - Occupational Therapist

Select Medical; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Select Physical Therapy in West Palm Beach, FL is seeking a Part-time Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) or PT/OT to treat upper extremity disorders including tendon injuries and post-op fractures.

The position emphasizes skilled hand therapy, custom splinting, and teamwork with our regional hand therapy coordinator to ensure resources for success. Work hours are part-time, with compensation $47.00-$50.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school for occupational or physical therapy.
• Hold specialty certification or licensure in hand therapy.
• National registration and state licensure required.
• Experience in custom splinting pre- and post-op orthopedic.
• CPR certification and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, plan of care, treat, re-evaluate and discharge with high-quality hand therapy services.
• Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment programs.
• Maintain positive interactions with facilities and clients.
• Stay current with Occupational Therapy research and evidence-based practice.

Skills

Hand therapy certification

CPR certification

State Licensure

Marketing experience

Custom splinting

Driver's license

National registration

Education

Graduate of an accredited school for occupational or physical therapy

Job description

Overview

Position: Certified Hand Therapist

Location: 2670 Forest Hill BlvdWest Palm Beach, Florida 33406

Schedule: Part-Time Monday-Friday; Schedule TBD

Compensation: $47.00-$50.00/hour pending experience

Select Physical Therapy is seeking a Part-time Certified Hand Therapist (CHT), Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist, to treat various upper extremity disorders ranging from tendon injuries, sprains, strains, post-operative fractures, and more. We are seeking a skilled hand therapist experienced in custom splinting. The Certified Hand Therapist will collaborate with our regional hand therapy coordinator to ensure you have the necessary resources 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

Additional Data

Go Anywhere with Us! 1900 centers in 39 states offering internal movement

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans

Location : Location

US-FL-West Palm Beach

Min USD $47.00/Hr.

Max USD $50.00/Hr.