Select Medical

Inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services network

Occupational Therapist/Hand Therapist

Rehabilitation TherapiesUpdated on Nov 5

Full-timeHomestead, PA, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Graduate of an American Occupational Therapy Association-accredited school of occupational therapy.
Hold CPR certification.
Have a valid driver's license.
Have Level II fieldwork in hands; this is required for occupational therapists considered without certified hand therapist credentials.

Responsibilities

Stay current with occupational therapy research and use evidence-based practice incorporating research, clinician expertise, and patient perception.
Develop and expand relationships with referral sources, centers, and patients.
Develop objective patient goals and establish occupational therapy type, frequency, and duration in collaboration with the referring physician.
Understand the applicable state Practice Act and follow laws governing occupational therapy practice and supervision.
Participate in designing and implementing new programs or procedures with manager and referring physician approval, in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
Supervise and delegate occupational therapy care for each patient within state rules and federal regulations.
Provide individualized treatment programs and complete patient care responsibilities and documentation accurately and on time.

Desired Qualifications

Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) credentials are preferred.
Have at least two years of experience applying custom splinting in pre-operative and post-operative orthopedic care.
Have at least two years of adult rehabilitation experience; hand and splinting experience is preferred.

Overview

Position: Occupational Therapist/Certified Hand Therapist - Outpatient

Location: 495 E Waterfront Dr Suite 240, Homestead, PA 15120

Schedule: PRN, Weekdays (Hours vary as needed)

Compensation: $35.00 - $50.00, hourly, based on years of experience

NovaCare Rehabilitation is seeking a PRN Hand Therapist-Occupational Therapist for ouroutpatient orthopedic center! Although a certified hand therapist (CHT) is preferred, we are willing to consider occupational therapists with a level II fieldwork in hands (required). We have a network of hand therapists and CHTs available for support and are excited to mentor occupational therapists aspiring to be a CHT.

PRN Perks:

Continuing Education: Free in-person and online CEUs to keep learning
Career Growth: Access to a nationwide, professional support network
401(k): Company matching 401(k) after 1,000 hours in a calendar year
Diversity: Work with a variety of team sizes, patient populations, and specialties

Responsibilities

Best Practices: Stay current and up to date with Occupational Therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice (RCB, clinician expertise, patient perception).
Build Relationships: Enhance, develop and expand relationships with referral sources and maintain a positive level of interaction with centers and patients.
Collaborative Approach: Develop objective patient goals and establish the type, frequency and duration of occupational therapy in collaboration with the referring physician.
High Standard of Care: Understand appropriate state Practice Act and adhere to the laws that govern how OTs may practice and whom they may supervise.
Innovative Opportunities: Participate in the design and implementation of new programs or procedures with the approval of the manager and referring physicians per HIPPA guidelines.
Leadership: Supervise and delegate occupational therapy care for each patient within the guidelines of state rules and federal regulations.
Personalized Treatment: Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment programs and demonstrate completion of patient care responsibilities and documentation requirements in an appropriate and timely manner.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduate of an American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) -accredited school of occupational therapy
CPR certification
Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications:

At least two years of experience in the application of custom splinting pre and post-op orthopedic
Minimum two years in adult rehabilitation; hand and splinting experience preferred

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans

Compensation: 35 to 50 (USD)

About the Company

Select Medical

Inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services network

Select Medical operates a network of hospitals and rehabilitation centers across the United States, providing critical illness recovery, inpatient rehabilitation, and outpatient rehabilitation. It coordinates patient care from acute treatment through recovery using both inpatient and outpatient programs, with revenues from patient services, insurance reimbursements, and healthcare partnerships. The organization distinguishes itself with a focused rehabilitation specialty, a large nationwide footprint, and a commitment to employee development and work-life balance to maintain high-quality care. Its goal is to help patients regain independence and return to daily life through effective, patient-centered rehabilitation and recovery services.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Mechanicsburg, PA
Founded: 1996

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