Orthopedic Centers of Colorado
Occupational Therapist/ Hand Therapist
Orthopedic Centers of Colorado, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
Occupational Therapist – Hand Therapy
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST POSITION OVERVIEW: The Hand Therapist is responsible for the delivery of quality hand therapy services in accordance with the patient’s plan of care for outpatients with hand therapy needs.
Responsibilities
Perform and document an initial exam, evaluating data to identify problems and determine a therapy diagnosis prior to intervention. Review physician's referral and patient's medical records to help determine diagnosis and occupational therapy treatment required.
Provide information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs. Help to restore physical function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and improve performance of functional activities.
Obtain patients' informed consent to proposed interventions.
Perform manual therapy, direct therapeutic exercises and activities. Provide patient education, neuromuscular education, orthotic fabrication, and wound care services.
Identify and document goals, anticipated progress, and plans for reevaluation.
Evaluate effects of treatment at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit.
Record prognosis, treatment, response, and progress in patient's chart or enter information into computer.
Discharge patient from occupational therapy when goals or projected outcomes have been attained and provide for appropriate follow-up care or referrals.
Instruct patient and family in treatment procedures to be continued at home.
Maintain confidentiality of Personal Health Information (PHI) in accordance with company Policies and State and Federal laws, including OSHA and HIPAA regulations.
Perform job in accordance with all company safety practices.
Collaborative, self-directed team player with a can-do attitude.
Able to carry a full-case load with complex post-operative patients.
Proficient in the understanding of the anatomical structure of hand, wrist, shoulder and elbow.
Skilled in Orthotic fabrication (thermoplastic, delta), manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, wound care and modalities for the Upper Extremity including shoulder.
Other duties as assigned.
Salary & Benefits
$35-50 Per hour
Opportunities for internal training and development
Monday – Friday work schedules
Close working relationships with seven upper extremity surgeons working within the same office suite/building
Collaborative environment: OCC employs 20+ Occupational Therapists, more than 80% of which are CHTs. Each location has several OTs per office.
Continuing Education: Hand Surgery Associates has a non-accredited hand therapy fellowship program. Therapists have the option to conduct didactic sessions with our fellow. Continuing education benefits are offered to salaried employees.
1:1 Patient Care: Therapists are scheduled with one patient at a time. Evaluations are scheduled for 60 minutes, and most follow up visits are scheduled for 30 minutes.
Therapy aides: Aides are available for assistance if wanted.
Requirements
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:
Graduate from an approved school of Occupational Therapy
Current registration with the NBCOT for Occupational Therapy
Current state licensure from Colorado DORA.
Current BLS certification within 60 days from hire.
Ability to use computer to enter patient documentation
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Desired Qualifications and Skills
CHT certification preferred
Three or more years of hand therapy experience
Experience with EMR a plus
Working Conditions
Typical clinical office and exam/procedure room environment.
Possible exposure to communicable diseases and other conditions common to clinical settings
Frequent standing, typing, moussing, and reading paper and electronic documents
Able to file and track documents and data, both in written and electronic form
Able to frequently stoop, lift carry and push/pull 15 pounds and occasionally up to 30 pounds
Hours of business are Monday – Friday from 7AM- 6PM
Flexible work schedule
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries: Medical Practices
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Responsibilities
Perform and document an initial exam, evaluating data to identify problems and determine a therapy diagnosis prior to intervention. Review physician's referral and patient's medical records to help determine diagnosis and occupational therapy treatment required.
Provide information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs. Help to restore physical function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and improve performance of functional activities.
Obtain patients' informed consent to proposed interventions.
Perform manual therapy, direct therapeutic exercises and activities. Provide patient education, neuromuscular education, orthotic fabrication, and wound care services.
Identify and document goals, anticipated progress, and plans for reevaluation.
Evaluate effects of treatment at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit.
Record prognosis, treatment, response, and progress in patient's chart or enter information into computer.
Discharge patient from occupational therapy when goals or projected outcomes have been attained and provide for appropriate follow-up care or referrals.
Instruct patient and family in treatment procedures to be continued at home.
Maintain confidentiality of Personal Health Information (PHI) in accordance with company Policies and State and Federal laws, including OSHA and HIPAA regulations.
Perform job in accordance with all company safety practices.
Collaborative, self-directed team player with a can-do attitude.
Able to carry a full-case load with complex post-operative patients.
Proficient in the understanding of the anatomical structure of hand, wrist, shoulder and elbow.
Skilled in Orthotic fabrication (thermoplastic, delta), manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, wound care and modalities for the Upper Extremity including shoulder.
Other duties as assigned.
Salary & Benefits
$35-50 Per hour
Opportunities for internal training and development
Monday – Friday work schedules
Close working relationships with seven upper extremity surgeons working within the same office suite/building
Collaborative environment: OCC employs 20+ Occupational Therapists, more than 80% of which are CHTs. Each location has several OTs per office.
Continuing Education: Hand Surgery Associates has a non-accredited hand therapy fellowship program. Therapists have the option to conduct didactic sessions with our fellow. Continuing education benefits are offered to salaried employees.
1:1 Patient Care: Therapists are scheduled with one patient at a time. Evaluations are scheduled for 60 minutes, and most follow up visits are scheduled for 30 minutes.
Therapy aides: Aides are available for assistance if wanted.
Requirements
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:
Graduate from an approved school of Occupational Therapy
Current registration with the NBCOT for Occupational Therapy
Current state licensure from Colorado DORA.
Current BLS certification within 60 days from hire.
Ability to use computer to enter patient documentation
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Desired Qualifications and Skills
CHT certification preferred
Three or more years of hand therapy experience
Experience with EMR a plus
Working Conditions
Typical clinical office and exam/procedure room environment.
Possible exposure to communicable diseases and other conditions common to clinical settings
Frequent standing, typing, moussing, and reading paper and electronic documents
Able to file and track documents and data, both in written and electronic form
Able to frequently stoop, lift carry and push/pull 15 pounds and occasionally up to 30 pounds
Hours of business are Monday – Friday from 7AM- 6PM
Flexible work schedule
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries: Medical Practices
Note: Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Orthopedic Centers of Colorado by 2x
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