Occupational Therapist Hand Therapist

Nexus HR Services; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist specializing in hand therapy. This rewarding role involves providing non-operative interventions and rehabilitation for upper extremity disorders. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a passion for patient care, ensuring effective treatment plans tailored to individual needs. You will play a crucial role in empowering caregivers and enhancing patient outcomes through comprehensive assessments and innovative care strategies. Join a reputable healthcare facility that values professional growth and offers a supportive environment where your expertise will make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients.

Benefits

Medical

Vision

Dental

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Dependent Care Assistance

Company-paid Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

Voluntary Benefit Plans

401k Plan

Relocation Assistance

Qualifications

• Licensed Occupational Therapist with excellent communication and assessment skills.
• Experience in outpatient clinics and knowledge of treatment practices required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and design treatment plans for patient progress.
• Educate caregivers on effective patient care strategies.
• Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal Communication Skills

Patient Assessment

Problem Solving

Knowledge of Treatment Practices

Computer Proficiency

Education

Certification by the National Board for Certification

Job description

Occupational Therapist (Hand Therapist) - Fairfield, CA

Compensation: $85,000 to $95,000 per year

Benefits:

• Medical

• Vision

• Dental

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Dependent care assistance

• Company-paid life insurance and long term disability

• Voluntary benefit plans

• 401k plan

• Up to $20,000 for relocation, sign-on bonuses, and/or student loan assistance

** Overview: Nexus HR is looking for a licensed Occupational Therapist (Hand Therapist) for a reputable healthcare facility in Fairfield, CA. The ideal candidate will have an affection for people while constantly offering great patient care with a strong emphasis on health and illness prevention.**

About the Job

The licensed Occupational Therapist (Hand Therapist) position is for a client of Nexus HR located in Fairfield, CA. The therapist will provide non-operative interventions, preventative care, and post-surgical rehabilitation for a wide variety of upper extremity disorders, ranging from simple fingertip injuries to complex replanted extremities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and design tailored treatment plans for patients to foster their progress.

• Educate caregivers and family members, empowering them with effective patient care strategies.

• Evaluate therapy outcomes and make necessary adjustments for optimal results.

• Stay updated on advancements in treatment practices to ensure patients receive the best care.

• Comply with federal, state, and local certification requirements to maintain the highest standards of care.

• Supervise and mentor Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTAs) on an as-needed basis.

Qualifications :

• Certified by the National Board for Certification

• Possess up-to-date knowledge of treatment practices

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills

• Outpatient clinic experience

• Ability to care for clients with different personalities

• Comfortable using a computer for various tasks

• Ability to assess patient conditions and work with treatment plans

• Ability to exercise professional judgment and initiative when analyzing problems and recommending solutions