Posting Date
September 27, 2024
Requirements
- Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree from an accredited Therapy program required; Master’s degree in OT or Doctorate Degree in PT preferred.
- Must have current license in the state of Wisconsin in good standing.
- Minimum of three years’ experience in therapy area of specialty required and five years of Hand and Upper Extremity experience preferred.
- Hand Therapy Certification (CHT) from Hand Therapy Certification Commission Preferred or on track for completion.
- Must be certified in Basic Life Support (BLS).
Work Hours
We are seeking a full-time or part-time (24-36 hours/week) Certified Hand Therapist to work in our Rehab Department, Monday-Friday. Flexible hours.
Job Summary
Under the direction of the team supervisor/manager, the Certified Hand Therapist provides skilled hand therapy and Occupational or Physical Therapy services per operational demands. Patient/client evaluation, consultation, and treatment are conducted using broad guidelines, requiring a high degree of autonomy and innovation in decision-making, including complex patient situations and problems.
Provides therapy services to inpatients, outpatients, SBS, and home health patient/residents who have impairments, functional limitations, disabilities, or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease, or other causes; provides prevention and wellness services, including screening and health promotion.
