Occupational Therapist - Certified Hand Therapist

Occupational Therapist - Certified Hand Therapist

Sylmar, CA

Part Time opportunity with potential growth to full time

Select Physical Therapy is seeking a part time (or full time) occupational hand therapist for our outpatient orthopedic clinic in Sylmar, CA. We are looking for someone to work 16-20 hrs/wk in an outpatient setting that is comfortable being the sole Hand Therapist on site. The caseload is mostly orthopedic with some splint fabrication. There is potential to move to full time hours as the caseload grows. Great opportunity for lymphedema therapy at this clinic as well!

Select Physical Therapy offers:

• Hourly rate starting at $45.00/hour up to $55.00/hour
• Unmatched Continuing Education Program
• Full-time status at 32 hours
• Internal CHT Mentorship Program
• Paid Time Off , Sick Time, and Holidays
• Markets Managed Locally
• Employee Discounts and perks on good and services
• And much more!

Additional Hand Therapy Opportunities Include:

• Reimbursement of CHT exam fees and Re-certification exam fees upon passing
• FREE and UNLIMITED CEU accredited courses!
• Internal education department offers: National UE symposium, UE COMT Certification Course, National journal club, National CHT study group, National hand therapy mentorship program, free local CEU’s, webinar training programs, National bulletin boards and blogs, and free journal access.
• Opportunities to observe in physician clinics and work in contracted positions in physician’s clinics
• Opportunities for research activities and publications
• Opportunities to deliver unique programs to industrial workers: on-site visits, on-site therapy, work conditioning, FCE, ergonomic assessments and pre-employment testing.
• Work alongside our staff that includes national speakers and educators, researchers, therapists published in textbooks and peer reviewed journals, and active leaders in national associations.

One of the many unique benefits that our employees at Select Medical can take advantage of is our industry-leading continuing education opportunities, which are worth up to $15,580 each year!  This includes the opportunity to join Select Physical Therapy’s nationally acclaimed and APTA accredited Orthopedic Residency Program, weekend classes and online education, and formal weekly mentoring program available for new grads.  Residency and Fellowship programs.

#ACN

• Responsible for the evaluation, plan of care, treatment, re-evaluation, discharge, and appropriate communications of high quality hand therapy services to patients and customers.
• Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment programs.
• Maintain positive level of interaction with facilities and clients. Enhance and expand client relations with facilities and their staff.
• Stay current and up to date with Occupational Therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice (RCB, clinician expertise, patient perception).

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school for Occupational or Physical Therapy
• Must hold specialty certification or licensure in Hand Therapy
• National registration and state licensure or registration REQUIRED
• MUST have previous,demonstrated marketing experience
• MUST have solid experience in application of custom splinting pre and post-op orthopedic required
• Hand and splinting experience REQUIRED
• Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
• Valid state driver’s license

Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.