Occupational Therapy Clinical Specialist, Certified Hand Therapist

Sutter Health; California; On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to provide specialized therapy services to patients with hand and upper extremity disorders. This role involves assessing patient needs, developing treatment protocols, and mentoring staff while adhering to regulations. With a commitment to patient care and professional development, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities. Join a supportive team that values expertise and fosters growth, while enjoying a flexible schedule and a sign-on bonus. If you are passionate about making a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus up to $3,000

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience required for specific specialty certification.
• Must possess one of the various specialty certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to specialty patient populations.
• Assess, plan, and organize rehabilitative programs for patients.

Skills

Clinical specialty area depth knowledge

Ability to teach/educate others

Public speaking

Complex problem solving

Analyzing data/information

Education

Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program

Tools

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

OT-Occupational Therapist

CHT-Certified Hand Therapist

Job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization: SMF-Sutter Med Foundation- Central

Position Overview:

Provides occupational therapy services to assigned specialty patient populations, e.g. hand & upper extremity disorders. Majority of patient caseload consists of patient population related to specialty certification. Using advanced clinical practice knowledge, responsible for assessing, planning, organizing, and participating in rehabilitative programs that help build or restore vocational, homemaking, and daily living skills, as well as general independence, to persons with disabilities or developmental delays. Demonstrates expert level competencies and skills and possesses at least one specialty certification in one of the pre-approved occupational therapy fields. In addition, provides in-services, continuing education, training & competency resources, orients/trains/mentors assigned staff, contributes to performance improvement initiatives, provides student clinical experience and other assigned organizational priorities as approved by supervisor. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.

This role is for Evenings/Nights 6–7-hour shifts: Thursdays, Saturdays, and/or Mondays with a sign-on bonus available up to $3,000

EDUCATION:

• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program.

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

• OT-Occupational Therapist
• OR CHT-Certified Hand Therapist
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

Must possess one of the following:

• CHT-Certified Hand Therapist – Hand Therapy Certification Commission
• OR CBIS-Certified Brain Injury Specialist – Brain Injury Association of America
• OR PRPC-Pelvic Rehabilitation Practitioner Certified – Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute (H&W)
• OR PORI-Certified Oncology Therapist and Certified Oncology Specialist by Physiological Oncology Rehabilitation Institute
• OR LANA-Certified Lymphedema Therapist by the Lymphology Association of North America
• OR AOTA - American Occupational Therapy Associations Board Advanced Certification Programs
• OR CWS-Certified Wound Specialist for PT, OT by the American Board of Wound Management
• OR Duke/Emory University, University of Pitt Vestibular Rehabilitation Competency Based Course & Certification
• OR ATP - Assistive Technology Professional Certification by RESNA (Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America)
• OR IBCLC-International Board Certified Lactation Consultant by the International Board Certified Lactation Consult Commission

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

• 5 years inclusive of experience required for specific specialty certification

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Clinical specialty area depth knowledge and skill level demonstrated by certification & specialty practice competencies.
• Ability to teach/educate others, public speaking.
• Ability to assess competencies.
• Ability to develop training materials and competency assessments.
• Develop treatment protocols.
• Ability to extract Evidence-based practice (EBP) information and apply to clinical practice and training materials.
• Complex problem solver within and outside of department.
• Analyzes data/information from multiple sources. Collaborates with key stakeholders in developing solutions.
• Develops educational curriculum for staff training.

Job Shift: Evening/Night

Schedule: Part Time

Shift Hours: 6

Days of the Week: Thursday, Tuesday

Weekend Requirements: Saturday

Benefits: Yes

Unions: No

Position Status: Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours: 20

Employee Status: Regular

Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $62.24 to $77.79 / hour

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.