Occupational Therapist Hand Therapy

Job description

Overview

Occupational Therapist – Hand TherapistLocation: Lakeland, FLSchedule: Monday 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Tuesday and Thursday 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Wednesday 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Friday 7:00 AM to 3:00 PMCompensation: Starting at $75,000 annually, based on experienceIncentives: $20,000 sign-on bonus and $350 monthly student loan repayment

Select Physical Therapy is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist – Hand Therapist for an outpatient orthopedic setting. The role focuses on evaluation and treatment of upper extremity conditions, including tendon injuries, sprains, strains, and post-operative fractures. Splinting experience is preferred. Qualified candidates must have completed Select Therapy Hand Rotation Level II or have at least one year of recent hand therapy experience.

The clinician will collaborate with hand specialists in a well-equipped clinic, delivering evidence-based care and individualized treatment plans. Mentorship toward Certified Hand Therapist certification is available, along with access to a national hand therapy network.

Join a team focused on consistent, quality patient care in an outpatient environment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the evaluation, plan of care, treatment, re-evaluation, discharge, and appropriate communications of high quality hand therapy services to patients and customers.
• Develop treatment plans, supervise assistants and aides, contribute to case management, and provide quality patient care.
• Maintain positive level of interaction with facilities and clients. Enhance and expand client relations with facilities and their staff.
• Stay current and up to date with Occupational Therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice (RCB, clinician expertise, patient perception).

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Active national registration and state licensure (required at start)
• Minimum 1 yr current hand therapy experience. In leiu of experience, OT with Select Therapy Hand Rotation Level 2
• CPR certification
• Valid state driver’s license

Additional Data

Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance

Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/Rx, vision and dental plan

Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans, as well as Life and Disability protection