Occupational Therapist Hand Therapist

Select Medical; Homestead Trailer Park (FL); On-site; Part time

Job summary

Join a thriving team in hand therapy at a respected company in Homestead, FL! This part-time role offers the chance to work with a diverse patient population, including various upper extremity disorders. You'll be part of a supportive environment with experienced professionals, focusing on individualized patient care and evidence-based practices. If you have a passion for helping others and meet the qualifications, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career in a stable and active program. Don't miss the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of your patients!

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program with valid state license.
• 1+ year of recent hand therapy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, plan, and provide high-quality therapy services to patients.
• Develop treatment plans and supervise assistants while ensuring patient care.

Skills

Hand Therapy

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Splinting

Case Management

Education

Accredited Occupational Therapy Program

CPR Certification

Job description

Overview

Join the BEST in Hand Therapy in Homestead, FL!

Select Physical Therapy is now hiring a talented Part Time Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapist in Homestead, FL! Join our team of 4 PTs, and 1 PTA treating a busy adult outpatient population. Our locations are fully equipped to provide care to patients ranging from Ortho, Vestibular, Sports Medicine, POETs, Hand Therapy, and ACL program.

Caseload includes various upper extremity disorders ranging from tendon injuries, sprains, strains, post-operative fractures, etc. Splinting experience preferred. Best practices and evidence-based programs are utilized for individualized patient care. You will have the opportunity to work closely with excellent hand surgeons. If you are looking for a stable company with an ACTIVE, GROWING and THRIVING national Hand Therapy program, please apply immediately!

Minimum Qualification:

• Occupational Therapists with a minimum of 1+ yr recent hand therapy experience.
• New Occupational Therapist graduates with 12 weeks internship working with upper extremity and hand patients.

Compensation: Starting at $36/hr, starting rate increases with experience.

Work Schedule: Part Time Monday, Wednesday, Friday.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the evaluation, plan of care, treatment, re-evaluation, discharge, and appropriate communications of high quality therapy services to patients and customers.
• Develop treatment plans, supervise assistants and aides, contribute to case management, and provide quality patient care.
• Maintain positive level of interaction with facilities and clients. Enhance and expand client relations with facilities and their staff.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school for Occupational Therapy.
• Valid State Occupational Therapy License/ Registration REQUIRED to start.
• Occupational Therapists with a minimum of 1+ yr recent hand therapy experience or newly licensed Occupational Therapist graduates with level 2 fieldwork in hand therapy.
• Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
• Valid state driver’s license.