What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Hand Therapist position at COASTAL ORTHOPEDICS & SPORTS MEDICINE?
Certified Hand Therapist
Join a supportive team at Coastal Orthopedics and help make a real difference in patient care.
At Coastal Orthopedics, we are dedicated to providing top-tier care while fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment. As a Certified Hand Therapist, you'll work directly with our physicians and patients, playing a vital role in ensuring a seamless and compassionate experience. The ideal candidate is a good communicator who is a CHT or OT with hand experience and has a passion for hand therapy.
Why You'll Love Working Here:
- Team-Centric Environment: Work closely with our physicians and clinic team to provide excellent patient care.
- Professional Growth: Benefit from ongoing opportunities for skill development and career advancement.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a structured yet supportive work schedule with full benefits.
- State-of-the-Art Facilities: Be a part of a practice using the latest technology and equipment in orthopedic care.
What You'll Do:
- Interpret and carry out the prescription of the physician; including static and dynamic splinting.
- Evaluate all patients referred for therapy and completes reports pertaining to theses evaluations.
- Maintain patient treatment schedules consistent with the needs of the department.
- Confer with the person(s) most closely associated with the active management of the patient and keep them informed of any additional patient needs, treatment and/or progress.
- Prepare and submit departmental reports, assuring confidentiality, including: evaluation reports/summaries, discharge reports/summaries; progress reports to referring physician/agency, progress notes on all patients within their area and daily attendance records and summaries of same.
What Your Qualifications Should Be:
- Graduate from an accredited school for occupational or physical therapy
- CHT certification preferred or at least 1 year of experience in a hand therapy clinic
- Experience with EHR systems (NextGen preferred) and knowledge of basic surgical techniques preferred
What Your Benefits Look Like:
- Competitive compensation with full-time benefits.
- Opportunities for professional development and continued education.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus retirement savings plans.
Ready to help make a difference in patient care? Apply today and join Coastal Orthopedics, where every role plays a crucial part in our mission!
Coastal Orthopedics is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
