Hand Therapist

OrthoArizona

$80K — $130K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) preferred but open to aspiring candidates.
  • Graduated from an accredited Physical or Occupational Therapy program.
  • Licensed in Arizona and passed the National Examination for therapists.
  • Minimum two years of experience in outpatient orthopedic hand therapy.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Familiarity with electronic medical records software.

Responsibilities

  • Review physician referrals to determine necessary hand therapy treatments.
  • Evaluate patients through tests, measurements, and clinical observations.
  • Develop individualized treatment goals based on patient evaluations.
  • Administer treatments to enhance function and monitor their effectiveness.
  • Educate and motivate patients to follow their treatment plans.
  • Adjust treatment strategies based on patient progress.
  • Document treatment details and progress in patient charts.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive paid time off package including sick leave and holidays.
  • Health insurance with various plan options.
  • Health Savings Account with company contributions.
  • Dental and vision insurance coverage.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Pet discount program available.
  • ID theft protection and legal assistance offered.
Full Job Description
Hand Therapist

OrthoArizona is looked for a preferred Certified Hand Therapist but open to those aspiring to achieve their CHT.

Pay: $80,000-$130,000 based on experience

As a Hand Therapist with OrthoArizona, you will get to:
  • Review physician's written referral to determine hand therapy treatment required.
  • Evaluate patients using appropriate tests, measurements, clinical observation, and supplementary information provided by the patient.
  • Develop individual patient treatment goals and activities based on evaluation of patient data and demographics.
  • Administer treatment to improve and maintain function and evaluate its effects.
  • Instruct, motivate, educate, and assist patients to perform various physical activities designed in the treatment plan.
  • Monitor effects of treatment at various stages and adjusts treatment to achieve maximum results.
  • Perform treatment involving application of physical agents, moist or heat packs, and other modalities as needed.
  • Document treatment, response, and progress results onto chart and transcribes notes as required.
  • Record treatment charges daily and completes charge tickets in an accurate and timely manner.
  • Assist in training and orienting of new staff.
  • Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants, Techs and Aides.
  • All other duties assigned.

Qualifications:
  • Knowledge of radiology equipment.
  • Knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
  • Knowledge of safety hazards common to radiology.
  • Working knowledge of computer programs.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Understand/Perform training on electronic medical records software.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy program.
  • Passed National Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy Examination.
  • Licensed in the state of Arizona.
  • Maintain CPR certification.
  • Minimum 2 years experience specific to outpatient orthopedic hand therapy and splint fabrication.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • CHT Preferred.


Full Time Benefits:
  • Robust paid time off package including, sick time, holidays, & paid time off!
  • Medical with multiple different plan options.
  • Health Savings account + company contributions.
  • Dental & Vision Insurance.
  • 401(k)
  • Pet Discount Plan.
  • ID Theft Protection & Legal Assistance.

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