Occupational Therapist - Hand & Upper Extremity Rehab

Beloit Health System, Inc.; Roscoe Township (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

NorthPointe Clinic is seeking a compassionate, skilled Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) - Occupational Therapist to join our rehabilitation team in Illinois. You will provide specialized evaluation and treatment for upper extremity conditions, including hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder injuries.

The ideal candidate collaborates with physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary team members to deliver evidence-based care, educate patients, and optimize outcomes for hand therapy patients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Certification in Occupational Therapy (OTR/OTR-C) preferred.
• Active IL Occupational Therapy license required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and implement individualized treatment plans for upper extremity injuries.
• Provide evidence-based interventions to improve function, mobility, strength, and independence.
• Fabricate, fit, and modify custom orthoses/splints as clinically indicated.
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, exercises, and self-management.
• Accurately document evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries in accordance with standards.
• Collaborate with orthopedic surgeons, hand specialists, and rehab team members to coordinate care.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans to maximize outcomes.
• Maintain current knowledge of hand therapy best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and departmental activities.

Skills

Upper extremity rehab

Hand therapy techniques

Patient education

Multidisciplinary team

Documentation skills

Education

Bachelor's/Master in OT

OT Certification

Illinois OT License

Job description

NorthPointe Clinic is seeking a compassionate, skilled Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) - Occupational Therapist to join our rehabilitation team in Illinois. You will provide specialized evaluation and treatment for upper extremity conditions, including hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder injuries.

The ideal candidate collaborates with physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary team members to deliver evidence-based care, educate patients, and optimize outcomes for hand therapy patients.