Hand Therapist

Rothman Orthopaedics; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Rothman Orthopaedics is seeking a Hand Therapist who will perform hand and upper-extremity therapy with a focus on adolescent to geriatric orthopedic patients. You will evaluate, treat, and fabricate static and dynamic splints, set goals, and document progress in a fast-paced clinic.

The role requires a Master's degree in OT or PT, active state licensure, and 5+ years of hand therapy experience. Leadership of aides and collaboration with hand surgeons are integral to the position.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in OT or PT from an accredited program.
• Active, valid state OT/PT licensure is required.
• CHT is preferred; hand experience with progress toward CHT considered.
• 5+ years of experience in hand therapy or orthopaedics.

Responsibilities

• Provide hand therapy services in a fast-paced hand and orthopaedic clinic.
• Fabricate static and dynamic splints/orthoses.
• Perform evaluations, treatments, and goal setting with patients.
• Document progress and adjust programs to optimize outcomes.
• Consult with hand surgeons and rehabilitation team members to optimize care.
• Supervise aides and students in direct patient care.
• Participate in staff in-services, rounds, and research.
• Adhere to regulatory documentation and billing requirements.

Skills

Hand therapy

Clinical assessment

Goal setting

Team collaboration

Regulatory documentation

Education

Master's degree in OT or PT

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Job Summary:The Hand Therapist performs the duties of an OT or PT with a specific emphasis on treating and splinting hand and upper extremity injuries of the adolescent, adult and geriatric orthopedic population.Key Accountabilities:Patient visits per week must be at least 60 for 40 hour week. Visits per week are prorated by actual expected hours worked. Additional Job-Specific Metrics can be found on the Annual Performance Appraisal adopted for this role.Essential Duties:Provides hand therapy services to patients in a fast-paced hand and orthopaedic clinic, including the fabrication of static and dynamic splints and orthotics.Provides evaluations, treatments, and goal setting for patients.Performs custom fabrication of static and dynamic splints/orthoses.Evaluates and documents patients' progress and adjusts programs to achieve maximum benefits.Consults directly with hand surgeons and other rehabilitation team members to optimize patients' care plans.Supervises aides and students in direct patient care and related activities.Participates in staff in-services, monthly rounds and research.Adheres to regulatory documentation and billing requirements.Engages in hand therapist duties in a timely, empathetic manner with patients that maximizes patient understanding and adherence to therapy programs.Exemplifies the desired culture and philosophies of the organization.Qualifications:Masters degree and successful completion of an accredited PT or OT school requiredMust have active, valid state OT/PT licensureCHT preferred; OT/PT with hand experience actively working towards CHT will be considered5+ years of experience minimum requirementComputer skills including, but not limited to, MS Office SuitePay Range:Full time: $65,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yrPer diem and part time: $31.25/hr - $55.00/hrOur Commitment to Employees:Come work at Rothman Orthopaedics! Our employees are our single greatest asset, as such, we strive to provide a professional, nurturing environment where every member of our team can make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. This commitment to our employees has earned us the distinction as a Top Workplace in Philadelphia by the Philadelphia Inquirer year after year. Our employees enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive health and dental benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and retirement savings plans.Rothman Orthopaedics is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to providing opportunities to all qualified applicants without regards to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We value developing an inclusive and equitable environment that strengthens our organization and allows us to better attract and retain a diverse workforce that is representative of our patients and our community. We model our values by creating and enacting practices that encourage participation from all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.