Certified Hand Therapist (PT) – Upper Extremity Rehab

Beloit Health System, Inc.; Roscoe Township (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Eligible

Job summary

Beloit Health System is seeking a compassionate Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) - Physical Therapist to join the NorthPointe Rehabilitation team in Illinois. You will provide specialized evaluation and treatment for hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder conditions, collaborating with physicians and therapists to achieve optimal outcomes.

The ideal candidate has expertise in upper extremity rehab and hand therapy, with a commitment to patient-centered care and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate in Physical Therapy from an accredited school.
• Current Physical Therapy License in Illinois.
• CPR Certification within 3 months of hire.
• Expertise in upper extremity rehabilitation and hand therapy techniques.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and develop individualized treatment plans for patients with upper extremity injuries and conditions.
• Provide evidence-based hand therapy interventions to improve function, mobility, and independence.
• Fabricate, fit, and modify custom orthoses/splints as clinically indicated.
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, home exercise programs, injury prevention, and self-management strategies.
• Accurately document evaluations, treatment interventions, progress notes, and discharge summaries in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards.
• Collaborate with orthopedic surgeons, hand specialists, primary care providers, and rehabilitation team members to coordinate patient care.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans to maximize outcomes.
• Maintain current knowledge of hand therapy best practices, clinical techniques, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and departmental activities

Skills

Hand therapy techniques

Patient education

Team collaboration

Documentation skills

Education

Bachelor/Master/Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Job description

Beloit Health System is seeking a compassionate Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) - Physical Therapist to join the NorthPointe Rehabilitation team in Illinois. You will provide specialized evaluation and treatment for hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder conditions, collaborating with physicians and therapists to achieve optimal outcomes.

The ideal candidate has expertise in upper extremity rehab and hand therapy, with a commitment to patient-centered care and interdisciplinary collaboration.