Occupational Therapist Hand Therapist

Select Medical; Winter Haven (FL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CEUs included

Career growth network

401(k)

PRN schedule

Job summary

Select Medical in Winter Haven, FL is seeking a PRN Occupational Therapist specializing in hand therapy. The role supports outpatient hand therapy with mentorship toward CHT certification. New grads with Level II fieldwork or OT with 1+ year hand therapy experience are welcome to apply.

The position involves evaluating and treating a range of upper-extremity conditions with emphasis on evidence-based practice. Splinting skills and collaboration with hand surgeons are valued.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• National registration and state licensure required to start.
• New grads with Level II fieldwork in hand therapy or OT with 1 year hand therapy experience are encouraged to apply.
• CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, plan of care, treat, re-evaluate, and discharge hand therapy patients with high-quality services.
• Develop treatment plans, supervise assistants, and contribute to case management.
• Maintain positive interactions with facilities and clients and expand relationships.
• Stay current with OT research and apply evidence-based practice.

Skills

Hand therapy

CPR certification

Driver's license

Education

OT degree or diploma

Job description

Overview

Occupational Therapist – Hand Therapist (PRN) Location: 1499 6th Street NW, Winter Haven, FL Schedule: Monday–Friday, PRN Pay: $45–$47/hr (based on experience)

Join our outpatient orthopedic center as a PRN Hand Therapist. CHT preferred, but new grads with Level II fieldwork or OTs with 1+ year of hand therapy experience are encouraged to apply. Treat a variety of upper extremity conditions. Splinting experience a plus. Work alongside skilled hand surgeons and access mentorship for CHT certification.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the evaluation, plan of care, treatment, re-evaluation, discharge, and appropriate communications of high quality hand 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.
• Stay current and up to date with Occupational Therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice (RCB, clinician expertise, patient perception).

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school for Occupational Therapy.
• National registration and state licensure or registration REQUIRED to start.
• Newly licensed OT graduates with level 2 fieldwork in hand therapy and Occupational Therapist with a minimum of 1 year current hand therapy
• Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
• Valid state driver’s license

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans

Part Time/PRN Perks:

• Continuing Education: Free in-person and online CEUs to keep learning
• Career Growth: Access to a nationwide, professional support network
• 401(k): Company matching 401(k) after 1,000 hours in a calendar year