Occupational Therapist/Certified Hand Therapist

Job description

Join an exciting opportunity at Missoula Bone & Joint and Surgery Center, located in the vibrant city of Missoula, MT! As a full-time Occupational Therapist preferred Certified Hand Therapist, you will engage in a dynamic environment focused on excellence in hand therapy. This is a full-time position scheduled for 32 hours per week , with the flexibility to increase to 40 hours as needed. The salary range for this role is $83,000 - $107,000. The regular schedule is Tuesday through Friday. We are looking for passionate individuals who are eager to develop their skills in custom bracing and orthotics while working alongside a professional team committed to integrity and safety. This onsite position allows you to build lasting relationships with clients and make a real impact in their recovery journey all the while working as needed with a schedule to fit your lifestyle.

$2,000 sign-on bonus: $1,000 will be paid upon successful completion of 90 days of employment, and the remaining $1,000 will be paid upon successful completion of 6 months of employment.

With a culture that values fun and flexibility, you'll find every day rewarding and fulfilling. This is your chance to advance your career as a CHT while enhancing your expertise in OT and hand therapy, all within a supportive and customer-focused atmosphere. Don't miss the opportunity to join us!

Hello, we're Missoula Bone & Joint and Surgery Center

Come Join the Missoula Bone & Joint and Surgery Center Team! Culture, development, collaboration, and an energetic team atmosphere are a few of the great things Missoula Bone & Joint has to offer. Winners of the Top Employers Award four years running and known as Becker's 150 Greatest Places to work in healthcare proves this is a great company with professionalism and down-to-earth personalities from management, providers and staff.

Are you excited about this Occupational Therapist/Certified Hand Therapist job?

As an Occupational Therapist/Certified Hand Therapist, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality hand therapy services. Your responsibilities will encompass the evaluation of patients, develop personalized plans of care, and execute effective treatment programs tailored to individual needs. You will also conduct re-evaluations to monitor progress and facilitate timely discharges, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Strong communication skills are essential, as you will collaborate with both patients and the healthcare team to communicate treatment goals and progress effectively. This position allows you to showcase your expertise in custom bracing and orthotics while enhancing the lives of those seeking recovery through specialized OT and hand therapy techniques.

Your commitment to excellence and problem-solving will shine in every patient interaction.

What matters most

Candidates must possess a robust skill set and relevant credentials. You should be a graduate of an accredited Occupational or Physical Therapy program, holding specialty certification in Hand Therapy or looking to obtain one, along with national registration and Montana state licensure. A minimum of one year of clinical experience as a practicing hand or occupational therapist is essential, complemented by current BLS or ACLS certifications.

Success in this role requires strong knowledge of managing patients with hand injuries and disorders, along with excellent skills in orthotic fabrication. Candidates must exhibit advanced orthopedic skills and effective communication, allowing for collaboration with patients and healthcare professionals. Upholding strong ethical and moral character is vital, as is familiarity with relevant clinic policies and regulations.

This combination of skills will enable you to deliver exceptional care in this rewarding environment.

Required

Must be a graduate of an accredited school for Occupational or Physical Therapy

Must hold specialty certification or licensure in Hand Therapy

National registration and Montana state licensure or registration required

Minimum of one-year clinical experience as a practicing hand therapist

Current BLS or ACLS

Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification

Strong knowledge of managing patients with hand injury/disorders

Excellent orthotic fabrication

Strong ethical and moral character references

Advanced orthopedic skills

Effective communication skills

Knowledge of policies, regulations, requirements of clinic and regulators

Preferred

Minimum of two years’ experience in application of custom splinting pre and post-op orthopedic care

Minimum two years in adult rehabilitation; hand and splinting experience

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Who can apply

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