Hand Therapist

Hand Therapist

OrthoVirginia, Virginia's largest provider of expert orthopedic and therapy care, is currently seeking a full-time, experienced Hand Therapist to join our team! Along with a collaborative, team-oriented work environment, our outstanding employment package includes competitive salaries, excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits, paid time off (PTO), a generous 401k incentive plan, short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and a company-wide wellness program.

Job Description

• Provide evaluation and treatment services to a variety of patients in accordance with the physician referral and Plan of Care, focusing on the hand and upper extremity.
• Effectively treat and rehabilitate the patient through post-operative rehabilitation, preventive care, non-operative/conservative treatment, or industry consultation.
• Work closely with the physician and patient to provide a continuum of care.
• Direct patient participation in activities and exercise programs to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance.
• Perform detailed evaluations with patients to learn about their physical condition and symptoms.
• Diagnose movement dysfunction and other deficits in order to develop a treatment plan.
• Communicate effectively with patients regarding expectations of treatment and achievement of patient goals.
• Utilize knowledge of patient's diagnosis, signs, symptoms, and results of diagnostic studies to determine the patient's level of function.
• Interpret and organize evaluation and assessment data.
• Set priorities and establish realistic short-term and long-term goals and outcomes.
• Maintain patient records and document goals and progress in a timely manner.
• Instruct patients in how to properly perform therapeutic exercise techniques.
• Guide patients appropriately through post-surgical protocols.
• Make customized splints for patients as ordered.
• Coordinate patient care with Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants, Physical Therapist Assistants, and/or therapy technicians.
• Schedule patients effectively for productive time utilization.
• Document and maintain a plan of care for each patient that includes specific therapy orders in coordination with the medical plan of care.
• Communicate effectively with the physician teams.
• Communicate effectively and in a timely manner with front office, call center, and billing staff when requested.

Requirements

• BS, MS, or Doctorate in Physical or Occupational Therapy from an accredited school.
• Current Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy License.
• Certified Hand Therapist designation or drive to become a CHT.
• Orthopedic practice experience in Hand Therapy preferred.
• Current CPR certification.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to provide instructions clearly with close attention to detail.
• Must be able to collaborate with other patient care team members.
• Demonstrate compassion and encouragement to patients experiencing pain and frustration.
• Maintain a positive and motivating outlook with patients.
• Able to remain flexible, adaptable, and calm in unexpected situations.
• Able to exercise sound judgment in stressful situations.
• Ability to make a variety of custom splints and educate patients in proper use and care.