Hand Therapist - Occupational Therapist (OT) - Eastgate Ortho & Spine

Mercy Health Partners; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization dedicated to enhancing patients' lives through quality care. As an Occupational Therapist, you will collaborate with skilled professionals to develop innovative rehabilitation programs tailored to individual needs. This role offers the chance to work with diverse patient populations, focusing on hands-on therapy and evidence-based practices. You'll be part of a dynamic team committed to excellence in patient care, while also enjoying a range of comprehensive benefits that support your well-being and professional growth. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance w/AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in a similar setting preferred.
• Licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of practice required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and devise treatment plans for patients.
• Administer occupational therapy treatments and monitor progress.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Hand Therapy

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Critical Thinking

Education

Licensed Occupational Therapist

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Computer Skills

Job description

Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.

Occupational Therapist -Mercy Health Eastgate Ortho and Spine

Our preferred candidate is a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT)

Mercy Health Orthopaedics and Sports Rehabilitation in Eastgate is seeking a dynamic Occupational or Physical Therapist with certification in Hand Therapy. This position offers the unique opportunity to collaborate with Dr. Megan Rudolph, a fellowship-trained Orthopaedic and Hand Surgeon, to develop a regional Hand Therapy program across Cincinnati.

Dr. Rudolph is building a growing practice and will work closely with the therapist to create rehabilitation protocols and workflows tailored to post-operative and non-operative hand, wrist, and elbow conditions.

As a faith-based healthcare organization, Mercy Health is committed to providing the highest level of care across all patient populations. Mercy Orthopaedic and Sports Rehabilitation is a leader in evidence-based orthopaedic and sports medicine care, and all therapists work closely with our skilled orthopaedic physicians. Our treatment model is impairment-based, focusing on hands-on, evidence-driven care delivered one-on-one. Therapists are trained in advanced skills, including dry needling, manual therapy, manipulative techniques, evidence-based return-to-play protocols, and advanced sports medicine training.

The Eastgate Orthopaedic and Sports Rehabilitation team serves a broad patient population, including outpatients, post-surgical patients, and those seeking sports medicine care. The clinic has strong relationships with local high schools such as West Clermont, Batavia, Williamsburg, Clermont Northeastern, and Western Brown High Schools, and Mercy Health is also a provider for FC Cincinnati.

Job Summary:

The Occupational Therapist plays a crucial role in enhancing patients' ability to perform daily tasks related to work and life. They conduct assessments, devise treatment plans based on physician referrals, and document patient progress. This encompasses outpatient, inpatient, pediatric, and off-site settings.

Essential Functions:

• Review physician referrals and patient medical history to determine therapy needs.
• Conduct and document patient evaluations, re-evaluations, and treatment plans according to department protocols.
• Administer prescribed occupational therapy treatments and create custom equipment for individual needs.
• Develop programs focusing on functional skills, vocational training, daily activities, and motor skills.
• Monitor progress and adjust treatment goals and plans as necessary, participating in patient care conferences.
• Educate patients and families on at-home treatment procedures.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Required Licensing & Certifications:

Licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of current practice or meet all qualifications for traineeship or temporary license in the state of current practice (required)

BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, required within 30 days for BSMH, required at hire for RSFH)

Experience:

2 years of experience in equivalent setting (preferred)

Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients

• Demonstrates general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email, and records management.

• Analytical abilities to evaluate patient condition, capabilities and progress.

• Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with co-workers, physicians, patients and families.

• Requires the ability to work well with all levels of patients, the public and other health care professionals.

• Demonstrates critical thinking skills.

Training:

None

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]