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An Occupational Therapist/Physical Therapist 2 consistently provides effective direct care to a variety of complex patients. In doing so the therapist acts as a role model and supervisor for junior staff and helps identify patients who have unmet occupational therapy needs. A Therapist is focused on expanding clinical knowledge and skills beyond the entry level and sharing this knowledge through in-services and participates as an active member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team. The Therapist acts as a role model and may supervise other staff. This level of therapist seeks as well as provides feedback for improved clinical practice and begins to assume a leadership role receiving mentoring in this process. Therapists at this level may be asked to contribute to performance appraisals.

UVA Health is seeking a compassionate and skilled **Hand Therapist** to join our dynamic outpatient therapy team. This role is open to both **licensed Physical Therapists and Occupational Therapists** with specialized training and experience in hand and upper extremity rehabilitation.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Evaluate and treat patients with upper extremity conditions, including post-surgical cases, fractures, tendon injuries, arthritis, nerve injuries, and repetitive strain disorders.

+ Develop and implement individualized treatment plans focused on restoring function, reducing pain, and promoting recovery.

+ Fabricate custom splints/orthoses as appropriate to support rehabilitation goals.

+ Educate patients and families on therapeutic techniques, home exercise programs, and injury prevention strategies.

+ Collaborate with referring physicians, surgeons, and other healthcare team members to ensure continuity and quality of care.

+ Document patient progress in accordance with departmental standards and regulatory requirements.

+ Participate in departmental meetings, professional development, and evidence-based practice initiatives.

+ In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications:

+ Education: Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy or Physical Therapy

+ Experience: 3 years of occupational therapy or physical therapy experience preferred.

+ Certified Hand Therapist preferred or desire to obtain CHT.

+ Licensure: Licensed to practice in Occupational Therapy or Physical Therapy in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

+ American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires frequently bending/stooping/traveling (distance: ½ mile). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 – 50lbs. May be exposed to blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

_The_ _University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click_ here (https://eocr.virginia.edu/notice-non-discrimination-and-equal-opportunity) _to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment._