Occupational Therapist Hand Therapy (Cht) - Outpatient

Department: Physical Rehab Services - Outpatient Shift:

Primarily Days (United States of America) Employee Type: Regular Per Diem Type (if applicable): Minimum Pay Range: $67.48 - $84.35 Job Description: POSITION SUMMARY As an Occupational Therapist Hand Therapy, you will complete comprehensive patient assessments, develop a patient-centered plan of care and implement best practice occupational therapy interventions to help patients achieve their highest desired state of health and well-being.

This position will be in our outpatient therapy clinic in El Dorado Hills and requires Certification as a Hand Therapist (CHT). POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Education/Licensure/Certification: Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy curriculum with a bachelor's or master's degree (or higher) in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program. Current licensure or eligibility for state licensure as an Occupational Therapist, by the Board of Medical Examiners, State of California.

Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) and PAMs certification. Current Healthcare Worker Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Knowledge/Experience:

Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist Knowledge and application of Occupational Therapy professional practice, code of ethics and regulatory requirements. Competent working knowledge of standard practice procedures and equipment used in delivering occupational therapy in the inpatient and/or outpatient environment. Knowledge of and ability to follow infection control procedures in patient care settings.

Skills: Strong clinical reasoning and decision-making skills with the ability to prioritize patient care needs. Communicate clearly and professionally with physicians and work cooperatively with a diverse healthcare team. Commitment to providing compassionate care and advocacy for patients' functional independence and well-being.

Ability to adapt quickly to the changing needs in healthcare, promote continuous improvement and speak up when patient safety is at risk. Proficiency in using electronic medical records (EMR) and other clinical documentation systems.