Certified Hand Therapist-FT-Orthopedics-Provo

Job Description

Job Description

Salary :

At Revere Health, we believe there is a better path to healing and healthcare maintenance, and were working on this missionone patient at a time. Were a national leader in a movement called value-base care which aims to improve treatment outcomes and keep costs down. Our internal culture is one that promotes respect and consistently recognizes the impact that individual employees have on the mission of the organization.

Position Summary : Description The Physical / Occupational Therapist, Certified Hand Therapist is responsible for providing direct patient care, evaluations, consultations, and treatments in order to assist patients in reaching maximum physical performance for the upper quarter of the human body. Utilizing specialized skills in assessment and treatment, the Certified Hand Therapist, promotes the goals of prevention of dysfunction, restoration of function, and / or reversal of the progression of pathology in order to enhance participation in life situations for individuals with upper quarter disease or injury.

Essential Job Functions : Supports and models behaviors consistent with the mission and philosophy of the clinic Provide population-based services Determine the needs of the target population (e.g., industrial, athletic or performing artist groups, etc.). Consideration is given to cultural diversity and age-appropriate care. Make intervention recommendations (e.g., education programs, prevention strategies, ergonomic modifications, and screening) based on available resources Assist in implementation of interventions Monitor effectiveness of interventions Serve as a resource person / consultant Organize and Manage Services Comply with regulations that ensure environmental safety Advocate for patients Ensure compliance with organizational policies and procedures Participate in case management Assess patient satisfaction Promote Professional Practice Maintain ethical and legal standards Participate in evidence based practice (e.g., scientifically-based, outcome based) Interpret and apply clinical research and outcome studies Evaluate Upper Quarter and Relevant Patient Characteristics Interview patient Obtain and review medical, psychosocial and vocational history Plan for and select assessment tool Assess and document skeletal, muscular, nervous, vascular, skin connective tissue status, functional and / or ergonomic status and psychosocial factors Reassess and document patient status at appropriate intervals Consideration is given to cultural diversity and age appropriate care needs Develop Treatment and Discharge Plans Integrate theoretical knowledge bases and patient goals into treatment Establish short and long term goals of treatment Establish frequency of treatment in collaboration with patient and referring physician and within the guidelines of third party payers Determine rehab potential Select appropriate treatment techniques to improve overall and functional status which may include : Activity Adaptive / assistive devices Training in activities of daily living (ADLs) Behavior management Compressive therapy Desensitization Electrical modalities Ergonomic modification Exercise Manual therapy Patient and family education Prosthetics Sensory re-education Splinting Standardized and non-standardized assessment tools Strengthening Thermal modalities Work hardening / retraining Wound care / dressing / topical agents Discusses evaluations, goals and treatments with patients and families in order to minimize anxieties and maximize cooperation. Identify appropriate resources to which patients can be referred Consult with and refer to other health care professionals. Maintains communication with Medical Director, attending physician, ancillary departments and requesting third party payers regarding patients treatment plan and progress through written and verbal means. Document the treatment plan Assess readiness and determine discharge needs including return to work Formulate and document discharge plan Implement Treatment Plan Implement and modify treatment / interventions to address edema / vascularity, pain, scar, ROM / flexibility, wounds, strength, dexterity, sensation, function, endurance, and posture / movements Documents timely and regular initial evaluations, progress and discharge notes consistent with department policy, regulatory agency and reimbursement requirements. Completes daily patient charges and work schedule. Identifies need and sets goals for own professional growth and development; meets all mandatory requirements. Participates and attends educational meetings with respect to continuing education, co-worker in-services, and Billings Clinic educational course offerings to enhance knowledge and further professional skills. Provides instruction to patients as directed by physician, APP or as documented in department policies and procedures. Maintains competency in all organizational, departmental and outside agency environmental, employee or patient safety standards relevant to job performance. Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department / organization.

Qualifications : Education Degree of Occupational Therapy or Physical Therapy from an accredited institution Experience If applicant does not have a CHT certification, experience in Hand Rehabilitation / splinting is preferred Certifications and Licenses Current certification as a Certified Hand Therapist, preferred Applicant willing to obtain CHT license after hire, required

Hours : Availability : Monday-Friday. 8-5pm