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Category: Professional/Management
Job Type: PRN
Job ID: 180929
Date Posted: Jun 10, 2024
Description
Summary:
Evaluates and treats patient populations for therapy needs.
Work Schedule: PRN Days
Looking for a dynamic Hand Specialist to join our talented team of CHTs in a fast-paced outpatient orthopedic environment. Typical diagnoses include flexor and extensor tendon repairs, fractures/dislocations, mallet fingers, lateral epicondyalgia and carpal tunnel release. Heavy post op caseload. Currently looking for PRN coverage of 30-40 hours/week for immediate upcoming leaves of absence. CHT preferred but not required.
Responsibilities:
Performs and documents initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition.
Establishes a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient/family according to their capabilities and desires. Educates the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits.
Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services and treatment setting. Provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs.
Supervises and delegates the care provided by certified occupational therapy assistants and therapy technicians according to established licensing laws, state regulations and practice standards.
Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.
Requirements:
The pay range for this position is: $36.19 - $54.28 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience.
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