Rehabilitation-Occupational Therapist (Cert Hand) - Per Diem*
Carson Valley Health
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Job summary
Carson Valley Health in Gardnerville, NV, is seeking a Rehabilitation-Occupational Therapist (Cert Hand) for per diem shifts. The role focuses on hand and upper-extremity rehabilitation with collaboration across a multidisciplinary team.
The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in OT, is Nevada licensed with NBCOT, and has a CHT designation or is working towards it, with at least two years of hands-on experience. Per diem benefits include flexible scheduling and risk-free opportunities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy completed.
- Licensed and registered in Nevada; NBCOT credential.
- Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) designation.
- Minimum 2 years of hand/upper-extremity rehab experience.
- Proficient in fabricating custom orthotics and splints.
- Ability to work with a multidisciplinary team.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of hand and upper extremity function.
- Develop and implement personalized treatment plans.
- Utilize therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modalities to improve ROM, strength and function.
- Educate patients and families on injury prevention, home exercise programs and post-treatment care.
- Collaborate with physicians, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient care.
- Monitor and document patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
- Fabricate and fit custom orthotics and splints to support healing.
- Conduct pre-surgical education and postoperative rehabilitation for hand surgery.
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10 days ago Requisition ID: 3235
Rehabilitation-Occupational Therapist (Cert Hand) - Per Diem*
*IMPORTANT NOTE: In lieu of benefits due to "per diem" status, 15% will be added to the hourly rate. Per diem employees are offered work on an "as-needed" basis.*
Plans and implements specific treatment programs for individual patients according to the principles and practices of Occupational Therapy. Facilitates the learning of those skills and functions essential for activity performance or adaptation, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. Collaborates with interdisciplinary treatment team.
- Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Graduate from accredited University of Occupational Therapy Program.
- Licensed and registered with the State of Nevada and NBCOT.
- Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) designation
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in hand and upper extremity rehabilitation.
- Proficiency in fabricating custom orthotics and splints.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' hand and upper extremity function.
- Develop and implement personalized treatment plans based on initial assessments and ongoing evaluations.
- Utilize therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modalities to improve range of motion, strength, and functionality.
- Educate patients and their families on injury prevention, home exercise programs, and post-treatment care.
- Collaborate with physicians, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient care.
- Monitor and document patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
- Fabricate and fit custom orthotics and splints to support healing and functional improvement.
- Conduct pre-surgical education and postoperative rehabilitation for patients undergoing hand surgery.
- Demonstrates the ability to delegate parts of treatment programs to the rehab technicians when available.
- Demonstrates flexibility in scheduling according to the needs of the department and patient load.
- Responsible for supervision and management of the Swing Bed Rehabilitation activity program if acute occupational therapy staff is unavailable
- Maintains appropriate documentation of initial evaluations, daily treatment, progress notes and outcomes assessments
- Participate in continuing education and professional development to maintain certification and stay current with industry advancements.
- Provide mentorship and training to other therapists and healthcare students in the field of hand therapy.
Per Diem positions have no guaranteed hours or set schedule. The position will fill in for individuals who take unplanned and/or planned time off.
REHAB - Rehabilitation Occupational Therapist- CHT final 091826.docx
2 Attachments
10 days ago Requisition ID: 3235
Rehabilitation-Occupational Therapist (Cert Hand) - Per Diem*
*IMPORTANT NOTE: In lieu of benefits due to "per diem" status, 15% will be added to the hourly rate. Per diem employees are offered work on an "as-needed" basis.*
Plans and implements specific treatment programs for individual patients according to the principles and practices of Occupational Therapy. Facilitates the learning of those skills and functions essential for activity performance or adaptation, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. Collaborates with interdisciplinary treatment team.
- Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Graduate from accredited University of Occupational Therapy Program.
- Licensed and registered with the State of Nevada and NBCOT.
- Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) designation
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in hand and upper extremity rehabilitation.
- Proficiency in fabricating custom orthotics and splints.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' hand and upper extremity function.
- Develop and implement personalized treatment plans based on initial assessments and ongoing evaluations.
- Utilize therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modalities to improve range of motion, strength, and functionality.
- Educate patients and their families on injury prevention, home exercise programs, and post-treatment care.
- Collaborate with physicians, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient care.
- Monitor and document patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
- Fabricate and fit custom orthotics and splints to support healing and functional improvement.
- Conduct pre-surgical education and postoperative rehabilitation for patients undergoing hand surgery.
- Demonstrates the ability to delegate parts of treatment programs to the rehab technicians when available.
- Demonstrates flexibility in scheduling according to the needs of the department and patient load.
- Responsible for supervision and management of the Swing Bed Rehabilitation activity program if acute occupational therapy staff is unavailable
- Maintains appropriate documentation of initial evaluations, daily treatment, progress notes and outcomes assessments
- Participate in continuing education and professional development to maintain certification and stay current with industry advancements.
- Provide mentorship and training to other therapists and healthcare students in the field of hand therapy.
Per Diem positions have no guaranteed hours or set schedule. The position will fill in for individuals who take unplanned and/or planned time off.
REHAB - Rehabilitation Occupational Therapist- CHT final 091826.docx
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