Occupational Therapist (Hand Therapy)

Miami Valley Hospital North

Occupational Therapist (Hand Therapist)

• Full-Time: Monday - Friday
• Flexible options for 8, 9, or 10-hour days

Overview:

Join Miami Valley Hospital North as an Occupational Therapist (Hand Therapist) where you'll play a pivotal role on our interdisciplinary patient care teams.

This position involves evaluating patient needs, creating and implementing care plans in collaboration with patients, and employing a variety of treatment techniques.

You will also provide patient and family education, facilitate care planning, and contribute to the department’s overall effectiveness through excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Care: Evaluate, treat, document, and discharge patients following service guidelines.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Engage in patient care management with other team members.
• Billing: Accurately bill for services and supplies by matching documentation with service charges.
• Supervision: Oversee Occupational Therapy Assistants and provide guidance.
• Education: Educate patients and families about treatment and care.
• Improvement: Participate in performance improvement activities and manage caseload according to department standards.
• Patient Satisfaction: Strive to ensure a positive experience for all patients and engage in efforts to improve satisfaction.
• Competency: Complete all required hospital/department competencies and testing as part of daily performance.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy or related field.

Licensure/Certification:

• Current Occupational Therapy license in Ohio.
• Current Hand Therapist certification.
• BLS certification required upon hire.

Experience:

• Minimum: No prior work experience required.
• Preferred: 1-3 years of job-related experience.

Skills and Attributes:

• Ability to multitask and maintain a positive demeanor amid interruptions.
• Dependable, flexible, and adaptable to change.
• Team-oriented with tact, diplomacy, and professionalism.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and prioritization skills.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
• High level of confidentiality.
• Basic computer proficiency.

If you are committed to delivering exceptional patient care and contributing to a collaborative team environment, we invite you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.