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Job description
Beloit Health System l is looking to add a Certified Hand Therapist to our Team!
Shift: 1st
Schedule: 8am - 4:30 pm (Negotiable)
Hours per week: 40
Benefits Status: Eligible
Department: NorthPointe Occupational Therapy
NorthPointe Clinic is seeking a compassionate and skilled Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) to join our outpatient rehabilitation team. In this role, you will provide specialized evaluation and treatment for patients experiencing conditions affecting the hand, wrist, elbow, and upper extremity. Working collaboratively with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals, you will help patients restore function, improve mobility, and achieve their highest level of independence.
Responds to referral and schedules patient according to department policies and procedures.
Evaluates patient and develops goals and treatment plan.
Implements and coordinates Occupational Therapy treatment within the overall treatment plan, coordinating care with other professionals as needed.
Reviews plan of care and progresses or adjusts program as appropriate.
Informs, counsels and consults with patient's family, case managers, industries, etc. and other health care workers.
Documents patient data (evaluation, treatment and progress notes, D/C summary, charges) and department statistics according to department policies and procedures.
Provides and/or fabricates adaptive equipment or assistive devices as indicated to increase the independence of the patient.
Plans discharge with treatment team and provides home program if necessary.
Educates patients and families in regard to functional outcomes and abilities of patient.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor or Master's in Occupational Therapy or Certificate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited school, or higher degree equivalent.
Satisfactory completion of a 6-9 month internship program in Occupational Therapy.
Current Occupational Therapy License in Illinois
CPR Certification within 3 months of hire.
Ability to effectively communicate and interact with employees, patients, and family members in groups and on a one-to-one basis.
Ability to problem -solve and reason. Familiarity with a variety of equipment, including computer software.
Organization, time management, flexibility, and positive attitude are crucial to successful performance.
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