• Occupational Therapist or CHT - Per Diem

    Select Medical (Houston, TX)


    Overview

    **Position:** Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapist

    **Location:** Houston, TX (Hedwig Village)

    **Schedule:** PRN, as needed

    **Compensation:** $50.00/hour

     

    Select Physical Therapy is seeking a per diem Hand Therapist-Occupational Therapist for our outpatient 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.

    Why Choose Us:

    + **Hand Therapy Program:** Our national hand therapy program spans 32 states, with over 300 CHTs and 300 hand therapists across the country.

    + **Mentorship:** (Available in most regions) Our nationally-supported mentorship program is for therapists interested in pursuing their CHT credentials.

    + **Educational Opportunities:** Take part in the National Upper Extremity (UE) symposium, national journal club, free local continuing education programs, national study group, and additional certification courses.

    Responsibilities

    + **Collaboration:** Supervise assistants and aides and contribute to case management.

    + **High Standard of Care:** Stay current and up to date with occupational therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice (RCB,clinician expertise, patient perception).

    + **Personalized Treatment:** Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment, from evaluating and creating a plan of care to treatment and discharge.

    + **Relationship-Building:** Maintain positive level of interaction with centers and patients. Enhance and expand client relations with facilities and their staff.

    Qualifications

    Minimum Qualifications:

    + Graduate of an American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) -accredited school of occupational therapy

    + CPR certified

    + 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

     

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    **Job ID** _347184_

    **Experience (Years)** _2_

    **Category** _Hand Therapy_

    **Street Address** _9055 Katy Freeway_