Hand Therapist

Saint Vincent Hospital Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Saint Vincent Hospital, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

• Responds to physician orders for occupational therapy.  

• Administers and interprets tests and measurements of patients.  

• Reviews patient charts and progress prior to treatment and modifies treatment plan accordingly.  

• Develops functional goals based on patient and/or family expectations. 

• Develops, improves, and restores functional mobility, seeking to return patient to highest level of independence.  

• Seeks clarification of physician orders as needed.

• Performs other related duties as assigned

Evaluates, plans, and implements specific treatment programs for individual patients according to the principles and practices of a certified hand therapist (OT). Functions as an interdisciplinary team member providing patient assessment/re-assessment, direct patient care, and individualized care planning/implementation.

Required:

• Education: Master's or Doctorate degree in Occupational therapy 
• Licensure/Certification: State Licensure

Preferred:

• Experience: 2 years as a practicing OT in a healthcare setting; 1 year experience with hand therapy clientele.
• Education: Certified Hand Therapist Licensure or significant preparation for CHT certification. 

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Salary : $39 - $61