Virtus Healthcare Staffing

Occupational Therapist- Outpatient

Job Title: Occupational Therapist - Outpatient (Hand Therapy)

Location: Nashua, NH

Summary

Trusted Staffe is partnering with a leading physical therapy clinic in Nashua, NH, to find a skilled and passionate Occupational Therapist (OT) specializing in hand therapy. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced OTs to utilize their expertise in a dynamic and supportive outpatient setting.

Why Choose This Opportunity?

  • Make a Real Difference: Help patients regain hand function and improve their quality of life through specialized therapy interventions.
  • State-of-the-Art Facility: Work in a modern clinic equipped with the latest tools and technology for effective hand rehabilitation.
  • Collaborative Team: Join a dedicated team of physical and occupational therapists committed to providing patient-centered care.
  • Thriving Community: Experience the charm and convenience of Nashua, NH, a vibrant city with a rich history, diverse cultural attractions, and easy access to the great outdoors.
  • Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a rewarding salary and comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement savings, and paid time off.

Responsibilities

  • Assessment and Evaluation: Conduct thorough assessments of patients' hand and upper extremity function, including range of motion, strength, sensation, and coordination.
  • Personalized Treatment Plans: Develop individualized treatment plans that address specific hand therapy needs and goals, utilizing evidence-based practices and therapeutic techniques.
  • Therapeutic Interventions: Implement a variety of interventions, including exercises, manual therapy, splinting, wound care, and modalities like fluid therapy and electrical stimulation, to improve hand function and pain management.
  • Patient Education: Educate patients on home exercise programs, proper hand hygiene, and injury prevention techniques.
  • Collaboration: Work collaboratively with physical therapists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and holistic care.
  • Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.

Qualifications

  • Required:
    • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in hand therapy.
    • Master's or Doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
    • Current and valid state license as an Occupational Therapist in New Hampshire.
    • Experience in outpatient clinic settings.
    • Expertise in assessment, discharge, evaluation, plan of care, reassessments, infection prevention, patient and family education, safety and injury prevention, telephone calls, billing, burn/wound management, edema massage, electrical stimulation, fluid therapy, iontophoresis, Kinesio taping, paraffin bath, TENS, and ultrasound.
    • Knowledge of acute and chronic disorders, adaptive equipment, functional activities, pre-discharge planning, joint mobilization, orthoptist, serial/inhibitory casting, static splints, arthritis programs, hand injuries, soft tissue injuries, nerve injuries, reattachments, tendon repairs, upper extremity rehabilitation.
    • Certifications in Manual Therapy and Hand Therapy.
  • Preferred:
    • Hand Therapy Certification (CHT).
    • BLS certification.
    • Experience with lymphedema and fall/risk prevention.
  • Seniority level

    Entry level
  • Employment type

    Contract
  • Job function

    Health Care Provider
  • Industries

    Hospitals and Health Care

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