Hand Therapist - Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist
Core
Assess and treat patients with hand and upper extremity conditions within the Hand Therapy Program at a major academic hospital.
Role type
Hand Therapist (Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist)
Builds
Patient rehabilitation plans and recovery outcomes
Domain
Healthcare / Rehabilitation / Musculoskeletal
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Assessment of musculoskeletal disorders, treatment of hand injuries, patient education, interdisciplinary collaboration, research participation
Preferred skills
Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) certification, acute-care hospital experience, experience with musculoskeletal disorders
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Assess and treat patients within the Hand Therapy Program, participate in departmental meetings, contribute to quality improvement initiatives, provide education to patients and team members, participate in research activities
Seniority
Mid-level, clinical practitioner