Specialty: Certified Hand Therapist
Job Description:
Treat and rehabilitate patients recovering from conditions affecting the hands, wrists, and arms. Evaluate patients to assess, develop, and determine a plan that delivers exceptional care. Work with patients who are recovering from injuries and disabilities to help them function, or modify their recovery, in order to relieve pain and restore function.
Diagnose and manage movement dysfunction and enhance physical and functional abilities.
Restore, maintain, and promote optimal physical function, as well as best possible wellness, fitness, and quality of life as it relates to movement and health.
Prevent the onset, symptoms, and progression of impairments, functional limitations, and disabilities that may result from diseases, disorders, conditions, or injuries.
Conduct initial evaluations to create a plan of care by reviewing patient history and performing tests and measurements to identify potential and existing deficits.
Re-examine patients and modify interventions as necessary to achieve desired outcomes.
Develop and implement discharge plans.
Document patient information in a complete and timely manner.
Complete insurance specific paperwork regarding patient care.
Facilitate supply vending and conduct orthotic fitting.
Communicate with physicians, referral sources, and other healthcare staff to confirm plans of care and coordinate effective patient centered services.
Access and maintain confidential and sensitive information using discretion and adherence to HIPAA rules and regulations.
Assume responsibility for professional continuing education and associated competencies.
Attend departmental meetings and assist in departmental outreach activities, as indicated.
Perform all duties in a safe manner in accordance with policies and procedures.
Demonstrate a caring, understanding demeanor with patients, clients, and coworkers.
Complete other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Must have a current State of Oregon Occupational Therapist or Physical Therapist license.
Current Certified Hand Therapist credential required.
Experience working in an outpatient patient care setting providing Occupational or Physical Therapy services.
Demonstrate the highest level of professionalism when interacting with patients, families, physicians, and hospital staff members.
About Us:
All Medical Personnel is a national leader in healthcare staffing and recognized by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) as one of the nation' s largest healthcare staffing firms. Our team of seasoned recruiters are experienced in their ability to recruit, screen and place medical professionals for all types of healthcare settings
Listed pay packages are based on weekly gross amounts.
Please reference Job number: JO0436473
