Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapist - Fairfield, CA

Compensation : $39 - $43 hourly

WE ACCEPT NEW GRADUATES!

Benefits :

Medical, Vision, & Dental

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Dependent care assistance

Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability

Voluntary benefit plans

401(k) plan

Up to $20,000 for relocation, sign-on bonuses, and / or student loan assistance

Overview : Nexus HR is looking for a licensed Occupational Therapist (Hand Therapist) for a reputable healthcare facility in Fairfield, CA. The ideal candidate will have an affection for people while constantly offering great patient care with a strong emphasis on health and illness prevention.

About the Job

The licensed Occupational Therapist (Hand Therapist) position is for a client of Nexus HR located in Fairfield, CA. The therapist will provide non-operative interventions, preventive care, and post-surgical rehabilitation for a wide variety of upper extremity disorders, ranging from simple fingertip injuries to complex replanted extremities.

Duties and Responsibilities :

Conduct comprehensive assessments and design tailored treatment plans for patients to foster their progress.

Educate caregivers and family members, empowering them with effective patient care strategies.

Evaluate therapy outcomes and make necessary adjustments for optimal results.

Stay updated on advancements in treatment practices to ensure patients receive the best care.

Comply with federal, state, and local certification requirements to maintain the highest standards of care.

Supervise and mentor Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTAs) on an as-needed basis.

Qualifications :

Certified by the National Board for Certification

Possess up-to-date knowledge of treatment practices

Excellent interpersonal communication skills

Outpatient clinic experience

Ability to care for clients with different personalities

Comfortable using a computer for various tasks

Ability to assess patient conditions and work with treatment plans

Ability to exercise professional judgment and initiative when analyzing problems and recommending solutions