The role involves evaluating and treating patients with various upper extremity disorders, including tendon injuries and post-operative fractures. The therapist is responsible for creating individualized treatment plans and maintaining strong relationships with referring facilities.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited occupational or physical therapy school with state licensure and CPR certification. Experience in custom splinting and a specialty certification in hand therapy are highly preferred.
professional certificatepostgraduate degreePlan Of Care DevelopmentPatient CommunicationClinical DocumentationOccupational TherapyPatient EvaluationEvidence Based PracticeOrthopedic CareHand TherapyCustom SplintingUpper Extremity Treatment
Job description
Overview Position
Certified
Hand
Therapist/Occupational
Therapist
Location: 25101 N. Lake Pleasant Pkwy. Ste B1340.
Peoria,
AZ 85383
Incentives: $15,000 Sign-on Bonus and $350/month
Student
Loan
Repayment
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday -
Friday (flexible schedule with 2 evenings until 6 pm)
Compensation: Salaried, starting at $85,000/Yr and up, commensurate wtih experience PLUS Sign-on Bonus and Student Loan Repayment Program Banner Physical Therapy is seeking a full-time Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) Occupational Therapist, to treat various upper extremity disorders ranging from tendon injuries, sprains, strains, post-operative fractures, and more. We are seeking a skilled hand therapist experienced in custom splinting. The Certified Hand Therapist will collaborate with our regional hand therapy coordinator to ensure you have the necessary resources for success. While CHT certification is preferred, we enthusiastically welcome applicants preparing for the exam or those with extensive hand therapy experience. Why join our nationwide team of amazing hand therapists? National hand therapy program in 32 states with more than 300 CHTs nationwide, and an additional 300 hand therapists are a part of the national hand therapy program
Nationally supported mentorship program: therapists interested in pursuing their CHT credentials (available in most regions). Experienced therapists have the opportunity to become mentors.
Education
Department offers: National UE Symposium, National Journal Club, National CHT Study Group, free local CEUs, webinar training programs, and additional certification courses available for UE COMT Hand team meetings in each local area, virtual meetings, and training available. Opportunities to observe in physician clinics and work in contracted positions in physicians’ clinics Opportunity for research activities Opportunity to develop and participate in program development for special populations Hand therapy clinics are fully equipped and provide many treatment options Our comprehensive benefits package supports your career growth and personal well-being:
Start
Strong: Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition
Education for
Growth: Unmatched
CEU program with paid national certifications
Recharge &
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
401(k) Matching
Sign-on Bonus
Continuing Education Units
Student Loan Repayment
Mentorship Program
Disability Protection
RX Insurance
Refresh: Generous
PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance
Your
Health
Matters: Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings
Invest in
Your
Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans as well as life and disability protection
Ease the
Burden: Our student loan repayment program helps alleviate the financial pressure of student debt
Specialized
Care: Explore different specialties like aquatics, sports medicine, neuro, pelvic health, concussion care, hand therapy, and more
Advance your
Career: Our Outpatient Clinical Advancement Program supports professional growth, clinical expertise with bonus incentives
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. Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment programs. 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 school for occupational or physical therapy Hold specialty certification or licensure in hand therapy National registration and state licensure or registration required Previous,demonstrated marketing experience Solid experience in application of custom splinting pre and post-op orthopedic CPR certification Valid state driver’s license Additional Data Go Anywhere with Us! 1900 centers in 39 states offering internal movement Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
