Occupational Therapist/Hand Therapist - PRN

NovaCare Rehabilitation; Homestead (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free CEUs

Career growth

401(k) match

Diversity

Evidence Based Practice

Referral relationships

HIPAA compliance

Job summary

NovaCare Rehabilitation is seeking a PRN Occupational Therapist with Hand Therapy skills for our outpatient center in Homestead, PA. A certified hand therapist (CHT) is preferred, but an OT with II fieldwork in the hand is acceptable. Work hours vary and compensation ranges from $35.00 to $50.00 per hour depending on experience.

The position offers flexible PRN scheduling, opportunities for mentorship toward CHT, and a supportive network within a nationwide therapy group.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AOTA-accredited OT program.
• CPR certification required.
• Valid driver's license required.

Skills

CPR certification

Driver's license

Education

OT degree (AOTA-accredited)

Job description

Position: Occupational Therapist/Certified Hand Therapist - Outpatient

Location: 495 E Waterfront Dr Suite 240, Homestead, PA 15120

Schedule: PRN, Weekdays (Hours vary as needed)

Compensation: $35.00 - $50.00, hourly, based on years of experience

NovaCare Rehabilitation is seeking a PRN Hand Therapist-Occupational Therapist for our outpatient 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
• Best Practices: Stay current and up to date with Occupational Therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice (RCB, clinician expertise, patient perception).
• Build Relationships: Enhance, develop and expand relationships with referral sources and maintain a positive level of interaction with centers and patients.
• Collaborative Approach: Develop objective patient goals and establish the type, frequency and duration of occupational therapy in collaboration with the referring physician.
• High Standard of Care: Understand appropriate state Practice Act and adhere to the laws that govern how OTs may practice and whom they may supervise.
• Innovative Opportunities: Participate in the design and implementation of new programs or procedures with the approval of the manager and referring physicians per HIPPA guidelines.
• Leadership: Supervise and delegate occupational therapy care for each patient within the guidelines of state rules and federal regulations.
• Personalized Treatment: Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment programs and demonstrate completion of patient care responsibilities and documentation requirements in an appropriate and timely manner.

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