Occupational Therapist- Certified Hand Therapist

Olmsted Medical Center; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 5,323,046 - 6,652,430; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Basic Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Employer‑Paid Short‑Term Disability

Long‑Term Disability

Adoption Assistance Plan

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Minnesota is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join their team. The role involves patient assessments, therapeutic services in inpatient and outpatient settings, and specialized splint fabrication. Candidates must be licensed in Minnesota with certification as a CHT and have at least three years of relevant experience. The position offers a full-time schedule with a competitive pay range based on experience, and a variety of medical benefits.

Qualifications

• Licensed in Minnesota, with certificate in Occupational Therapy.
• Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) certification required.
• 3+ years experience with hand injuries.

Responsibilities

• Conduct occupational therapy assessments for various age groups.
• Provide therapy services in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Fabricate hand splints and positioning devices.

Skills

Licensed or eligible for license with the state of Minnesota

Certification as a CHT

Ability to assist in development of programs

Minimum of three years of experience working with upper extremity and hand injuries

Splint fabrication proficiency

BLS certification

Education

Graduate of an accredited college or university with a certificate in Occupational Therapy

Job description

0.6 FTE – 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM

Starting Pay – $38.64–$48.29 (Based on Experience)

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employer‑Paid Short‑Term Disability and Long‑Term Disability
• Adoption Assistance Plan

Qualifications

• Licensed or eligible for license with the state of Minnesota and graduate of an accredited college or university with a certificate in Occupational Therapy
• Certification as a CHT
• Ability to assist in development of programs, procedures, policies, and protocols
• Must be able to work with all age rangesBLS certification
• Minimum of three years’ experience working with upper extremity and hand injuries and diagnoses
• Splint fabrication proficiency for custom orthotics

Job Responsibilities

• Performs an occupational therapy assessment and provides re‑assessment as indicated, including pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients.
• Provides occupational therapy services in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Fabricates hand splints and positioning devices in a timely fashion.
• Conducts pre‑operative education and post‑operative rehabilitation for surgical hand diagnoses.
• Provides training in use of adaptive equipment, compensatory techniques, or task modifications to increase safe performance of ADL and functional mobility.
• Evaluates the need for durable medical equipment.
• Contributes to safe discharge planning with recommendations for transition to next level of care.
• Evaluates occupational therapy treatment impact and communicates with the clinician and staff involved in patient care as needed.
• Charges patients accurately and timely in compliance with departmental policy and in compliance with specifications outlined in the annual CPT publication (current procedural terminology).
• Demonstrates knowledge of occupational therapy modalities.
• Participates in the departmental and/or organizational quality improvement process.
• Meets documentation standards outlined in the occupational therapy competencies.
• Maintains regulatory requirements, including Minnesota licensure, CHT recertification requirements, and continuing education requirements.
• Presents at department in‑services following participation with continuing education, i.e. discipline specific presentation, department presentation, journal club leader, etc.
• Participates in internal and external education and/or marketing of rehabilitation services annually.
• Will adhere to the standards of practice as outlined by the American Occupational Therapy Association and the Minnesota Statues of Public Health Occupations Scope of Practice.
• Attends department meetings and in‑services, as scheduled.
• Ability to travel between multiple locations.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

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