Occupational Therapist-Hand Therapist (PRN)

NovaCare Rehabilitation; Butler (Butler County); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing Education

Career Growth

401(k)

Diversity

Job summary

NovaCare Rehabilitation in Butler, PA is seeking a PRN Hand Therapist-Occupational Therapist for our outpatient orthopedic center. A degree from an AOTA-accredited program and CPR certification are required, with a valid driver's license. Hand therapy experience is preferred but not mandatory.

We offer CEU opportunities, a nationwide professional support network, a 401(k) plan after hours, and a diverse team environment. Schedule varies and benefits accompany the PRN role.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)-accredited school of occupational therapy.
• CPR certification is required.
• Valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with supervision of assistants and aides and contribute to case management.
• Maintain a high standard of care by staying current with occupational therapy research and applying evidence-based practice.
• Provide comprehensive and individualized evaluation, plan of care, treatment, and discharge.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with centers, patients, and staff.

Skills

CPR certification

Valid driver’s license

Education

AOTA-accredited OT program

Job description

Overview

Position: Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapist

Location: 180 Bon Air Plaza, Butler Pa 16001

Schedule:PRN, Weekdays (Hours vary as needed)

Compensation: $45.00 - $55.00, hourly, based on years of experience

NovaCare Rehabilitation is seeking a PRN Hand Therapist-Occupational Therapist for ouroutpatient orthopedic center! Although a certified hand therapist (CHT) is preferred, we are willing to consider occupational therapists with a level II fieldwork in hands (required). We have a network of hand therapists and CHTs available for support and are excited to mentor occupational therapists aspiring to be a CHT.

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
• Diversity: Work with a variety of team sizes, patient populations, and specialties

Responsibilities

• Collaboration: Supervise assistants and aides and contribute to case management.
• High Standard of Care: Stay current and up to date with occupational therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice (RCB, clinician expertise, patient perception).
• Personalized Treatment: Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment, from evaluating and creating a plan of care to treatment and discharge.
• Relationship-Building: Maintain positive level of interaction with centers and patients. Enhance and expand client relations with facilities and their staff.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate of an American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) -accredited school of occupational therapy
• CPR certification
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least two years of experience in the application of custom splinting pre and post-op orthopedic
• Minimum two years in adult rehabilitation; hand and splinting experience preferred

Additional Data

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