University of Rochester
Location
Town of Henrietta, New York
Salary
$69,326 - $90,124 / YEAR
This role involves aiding patients with upper extremity disabilities by applying appropriate physical or occupational therapy procedures based on physician orders or direct access statutes. Responsibilities include evaluating patient function, planning treatment programs, instructing patients and families, and recommending necessary adaptive equipment.
A Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy is required, though a Master's or Doctoral degree is preferred, along with completed relevant clinical education. Applicants must be licensed in New York State, with Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) status being preferred.
Aids patients to correct and/or adjust to upper extremity disabilities by selecting, adapting and using appropriate physical/occupational therapy procedures, following physician’s orders, or operating independently under New York State direct access statute. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Evaluates the patients’ functional upper extremity abilities and disabilities by tests, observations and information provided by family members, physician, nursing staff and others. Plans a program of patient treatment related to upper extremity diagnoses, prognosis, emotional needs or problems, patient’s environment, etc. working from physician’s order. Instructs and counsel patients and family in the use of equipment and techniques. Evaluates home facilities and suggests need adaptations and resources in preparation for patient discharge. Recommends, obtains and instructs on the use of adaptive and assistive devices. Ensures appropriate safety practices and maintenance of equipment. Determines types and frequencies of therapies. Provides treatments using a variety of procedures and therapies. Recommends modifications of program as needed to physician. Maintains required patient and department records. Keeps abreast of issues and changes in the field by reading and attending professional meetings and seminars. Other duties as assigned MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy required Master’s or Doctoral degree preferred Completed relevant clinical education in a comparable setting required or equivalent combination of education and experience required KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Basic foundational knowledge of Physical or Occupational Therapy Practice required LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Licensed in New York State required Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) preferred The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.
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