Hand Therapy OT – Upper Extremity, Flexible Schedule

Spine & Sport Physical Therapy; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 95,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Ambient Listening technology (ALT)

Transition to Practice Program

Student Loan Repayment Program

Job summary

Spine & Sport Physical Therapy in the San Diego area seeks an Occupational Therapist specializing in hand therapy and upper extremity rehab. New graduates welcome. The OT will assess, plan, and implement therapy programs to restore daily living skills, working closely with patients to improve physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Competitive pay with incentives and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Valid state licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
• Previous experience in a clinical or rehab setting preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, critical thinking, and teamwork ability.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to determine patients' functional abilities, limitations, and goals.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for holistic care.
• Administer occupational therapy treatments including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, ADL training, and adaptive equipment as needed.
• Educate patients and families on therapeutic techniques, home exercises, and adaptive strategies to maximize independence.
• Regularly reassess patients' progress and modify treatment plans as needed.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of evaluations, progress reports, and treatment plans.
• Communicate effectively with healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Adhere to ethical, legal, and professional standards, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with regulations.
• Meet needs of patient executing Plan of Care, including follow-up for noncompliance.
• Be a team player utilizing nonclinical staff to support caseload needs.
• Delegate to COTA as appropriate.
• Drive a collaborative culture based on our service vision.
• Adapt to changes in patient schedules and daily workflow.
• Stay updated on advancements in occupational therapy techniques and best practices.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Education

Master's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Spine & Sport Physical Therapy in the San Diego area seeks an Occupational Therapist specializing in hand therapy and upper extremity rehab. New graduates welcome. The OT will assess, plan, and implement therapy programs to restore daily living skills, working closely with patients to improve physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Competitive pay with incentives and growth opportunities are offered.