Occupational Therapist Hand Therapist

Overview

Position: Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapy (Outpatient)

Location: th Street, Saint Cloud, FL 34769

Schedule: PRN | Monday - Friday

Pay Range: $47/hr - $52/hr

We’re looking for a skilled Occupational Therapist with hand therapy experience to join our outpatient orthopedic team in Saint Cloud. This is a great opportunity to work with a collaborative group of professionals dedicated to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care.

Responsibilities

• Treat a variety of upper extremity conditions including tendon injuries, sprains, strains, and post-operative fractures.
• Provide individualized care using best practices and evidence-based protocols.
• Work closely with experienced hand surgeons in a fully equipped outpatient setting.
• Support patients across the spectrum—from post-surgical and non-operative cases to work conditioning.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of outpatient experience.
• Prior hand therapy experience is required.
• Splinting experience is preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited school for occupational therapy
• State Occupational Therapist license (or license eligible)
• Minimum 3 years hand therapy experience.
• CPR certification
• Valid state driver’s license

Why Join

• Best Practices: Stay current and up to date with Occupational Therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice (RCB, clinician expertise, patient perception).
• Build Relationships: Enhance, develop and expand relationships with referral sources and maintain a positive level of interaction with centers and patients.
• Collaborative Approach: Develop objective patient goals and establish the type, frequency and duration of occupational therapy in collaboration with the referring physician.
• High Standard of Care: Understand appropriate state Practice Act and adhere to the laws that govern how OTs may practice and whom they may supervise.
• Innovative Opportunities: Participate in the design and implementation of new programs or procedures with the approval of the manager and referring physicians per HIPAA guidelines.
• Leadership: Supervise and delegate occupational therapy care for each patient within the guidelines of state rules and federal regulations.
• Personalized Treatment: Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment programs and demonstrate completion of patient care responsibilities and documentation requirements in an appropriate and timely manner.