Certified Hand Therapist-Per Diem Jefferson Moss-Magee Center One

Thomas Jefferson University & Jefferson Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Philadelphia seeks an Occupational Therapist to evaluate, treat, and plan discharge for patients. The role emphasizes collaboration with healthcare professionals to enhance patient recovery across various settings. Candidates must hold relevant degrees and certifications, including NBCOT and Hand Therapy certification.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of clinical practice; 1 year preferred.
• Valid state license in Occupational Therapy.
• Certification from NBCOT required.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy evaluations, treatment planning, and discharge planning.
• Record and document patients' health progress and therapeutic interventions.
• Plan and deliver treatment programs for recovery.

Skills

Patient Care

Therapeutic Interventions

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Job Details

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for the evaluation, treatment, and discharge planning of all patients referred for their services. The therapist is an integral healthcare provider accountable for assisting patients to achieve their highest level of physical, cognitive, linguistic, and swallowing function. The therapist will uphold the mission, vision, and values of Jefferson Health.

Works in conjunction with other healthcare professionals to coordinate treatment plans and care.

Essential Functions

1. Provide therapy evaluations, treatment planning, interventions, and discharge planning for a full patient caseload in various settings such as acute care, skilled facilities, acute rehab, and outpatient.
2. Plan, organize, and deliver treatment programs that facilitate recovery and rehabilitation.
3. Utilize appropriate tools and techniques to administer safe therapeutic interventions and training for patients and families.
4. Record and document patients' health progress, therapeutic interventions, daily treatments, evaluations, and discharge summaries.
5. Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Description

Requirements include:

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Program.
• 0-2 years of clinical practice; 1 year preferred.
• Valid state license in Occupational Therapy.
• Certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) is required.
• BLS and CPR certifications via AHA are required.
• Must be Certified in Hand Therapy.

Work Shift

Day shift (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Primary Location Address

9880 Bustleton Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Jefferson Health, based in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley, Northeastern Pennsylvania, and southern New Jersey, is reimagining healthcare and higher education to create unparalleled value. With over 65,000 staff, Jefferson provides high-quality, compassionate clinical care, community health, education, and research through its extensive network of hospitals and outpatient facilities.