Certified Hand Therapist - Per Diem

Select Medical; Cambridge (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

NovaCare in Cambridge, MD seeks a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) for per diem coverage in outpatient orthopedics. The role involves evaluating and treating various upper extremity disorders while developing a new program. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in custom splinting and possess the necessary certifications. Join a dynamic team and enhance your career with flexible scheduling and access to continuing education courses.

Benefits

Access to CEU accrediting courses

401(k) with company match after 1,000 hours

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited school for Occupational or Physical Therapy.
• Must hold certification in Hand Therapy.
• Experience in custom splinting required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for evaluation and treatment in outpatient settings.
• Provide individualized treatment programs.
• Maintain client relations with facilities.

Skills

Custom Splinting

Patient Evaluation

Occupational Therapy Research

Client Relations

Education

Accredited Occupational or Physical Therapy Degree

Hand Therapy Certification

CPR Certification

Job description

Overview

Title: Certified Hand Therapist (CHT)

Location:NovaCare Cambridge, MD

Setting:Outpatient Orthopedics, Upper Extremity, and Neuro

Status: Per Diem / PRN / As Needed

NovaCare in Cambridge, MD is seeking local experienced Hand Therapists for as needed coverage in our outpatient center. We are looking to develop a program in Cambridge treating various upper extremity disorders ranging from tendon injuries, sprains, strains, post-operative fractures, neuro, amputees, and more. We are seeking a hand therapist who is skilled in custom splinting and comfortable building a program. The Certified Hand Therapist will be working with our regional hand therapy coordinator to ensure you have what you need for success.

Our Cambridge location on Ocean Gateway is open weekdays:

Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday 730A-630P

Tuesday 730A- 400P

Friday 730A- 1P

Schedule:As needed coverage during our hours of operation. No set schedule. Per Diem / PRN around your availability and patient needs.

Benefits and Incentives for our PRN and per diem clinicians will include access to our in-person and CEU accrediting courses. If you perform more than 1,000 hours in a calendar year, 401(k) with company match is available.

For additional details contact our regional recruiter Shanel and apply TODAY!

Shanel Green

Sr. Regional Recruiter- Outpatient Division

NovaCare Rehabilitation

610-223-5944 Cell

[e-mail]

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

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school for Occupational or Physical Therapy
• Must hold specialty certification or licensure in Hand Therapy
• National registration and state licensure or registration REQUIRED
• MUST have solid experience in application of custom splinting pre and post-op orthopedic required
• Hand and splinting experience REQUIRED
• Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
• Valid state driver’s license