Experienced Hand Therapist – Elevate Upper-Extremity Rehab

OrthoVirginia; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

OrthoVirginia is seeking a Hand Therapist to evaluate and treat patients focusing on the hand and upper extremity within a general orthopedic setting. You will work closely with physicians to develop and implement plans of care, including post-operative rehab and conservative treatments.

The role requires a degree in Physical or Occupational Therapy, a valid license, and ideally Certified Hand Therapist status or pursuit thereof.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Current Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy License.
• Certified Hand Therapist designation or drive to become a CHT.
• Orthopedic practice experience in Hand Therapy preferred.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs detailed evaluations with patients to learn about their physical condition and symptoms.
• Diagnoses movement dysfunction and other deficits in order to develop a treatment plan.
• Communicates effectively with patients regarding expectations of treatment and achievement of patient goals.
• Utilizes knowledge of patient's diagnosis, signs, and symptoms and results of diagnostic studies to determine the patient's level of function.
• Interprets and organizes evaluation and assessment data.
• Sets priorities and establishes realistic short term and long-term goals and outcomes.
• Maintains patient records and documents goals and progress in a timely manner.
• Instructs patients in how to properly perform therapeutic exercise techniques.
• Guides patients appropriately through post-surgical protocols.
• Make customized splints for patient as ordered
• Coordinates patient care with Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants, Physical Therapist Assistants, and/or therapy technicians.
• Schedules patients effectively for productive time utilization.
• Documents and maintains a plan of care for each patient that includes specific therapy orders in coordination with the medical plan of care.
• Communicates effectively with the physician teams.
• Communicates effectively and in a timely manner with front office, call center and billing staff when requested.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

PT/OT degree

Job description

OrthoVirginia is seeking a Hand Therapist to evaluate and treat patients focusing on the hand and upper extremity within a general orthopedic setting. You will work closely with physicians to develop and implement plans of care, including post-operative rehab and conservative treatments.

The role requires a degree in Physical or Occupational Therapy, a valid license, and ideally Certified Hand Therapist status or pursuit thereof.