Hand Therapist (OT/PT) - Upper Extremity Rehab Expert

Optum; Plymouth (MA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrius Health, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Hand Therapist (OT or PT) in eastern Massachusetts. You will collaborate with clinicians to evaluate, treat, and restore hand and upper-extremity function through customized therapy plans.

Responsibilities include specializing in rehabilitation after trauma or surgery, developing treatment plans, and ensuring continuity of care with referring clinicians.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or higher from an accredited OT or PT program.
• Licensed by the state of Massachusetts as a OT or PT.
• Advanced certification or eligibility for Certification as a Hand Therapist (CHT).
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS).
• ACLS may be required based on specialty.
• 2+ years of related experience.
• Computer experience with word processing and spreadsheets.
• EMR experience or aptitude to learn EMR systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills and sensitivity to patients' physical and psychological needs.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Specialize in rehabilitating patients with hand and upper extremity conditions through advanced therapeutic techniques.
• Treat individuals affected by trauma, surgery, or chronic disorders such as arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, and neurological conditions.
• Evaluate and identify functional impairments in the upper extremities.
• Develop and implement treatment plans including postoperative, preventative, non-operative, or conservative care.
• Collaborate with referring clinicians to ensure continuity and effectiveness of patient care.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Excellent communication

Computer proficiency

EMR experience

Education

Bachelor of Science or higher in OT/PT (accredited)

Massachusetts OT/PT license

CHT certification or eligibility

BLS certification

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Atrius Health, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Hand Therapist (OT or PT) in eastern Massachusetts. You will collaborate with clinicians to evaluate, treat, and restore hand and upper-extremity function through customized therapy plans.

Responsibilities include specializing in rehabilitation after trauma or surgery, developing treatment plans, and ensuring continuity of care with referring clinicians.