What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapist - Hand and Upper Extremity position at Mental Health Association of Rochester?
Role: Occupational Hand Therapist
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Provide specialized evaluation and rehabilitation for patients with hand and upper extremity conditions.
- Develop individualized treatment plans tailored to patient needs.
- Fabricate custom splints and deliver evidence-based interventions to restore function and reduce pain.
- Collaborate closely with surgeons, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Document care and treatment progress in compliance with clinical and regulatory standards.
- Experience in hand therapy or related rehabilitation fields.
- Strong knowledge of hand and upper extremity conditions and treatment techniques.
- Ability to develop and implement personalized treatment plans.
- Proficiency in fabricating custom splints and using evidence-based approaches.
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with medical teams.
- Attention to detail in documentation to meet regulatory standards.