Certified Hand Specialist
3.
8 Tucker, GA Tucker, GA Full-time Full-time $37.
03 - $63.
86 an hour $37.
03 - $63.
86 an hour Overview:
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We provide:
Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1 Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs Family-focused benefits Wellness incentives Ongoing mentorship and leadership programs And more Description:
The Certified Hand Specialist is responsible for the evaluation, plan of care, treatment, re-evaluation, discharge, and appropriate communications of high quality occupational therapy and hand therapy services to patients and customers.
Evaluate and treat patients for whom occupational hand therapy is medically necessary and document this clearly.
Develop objective patient goals and establish the type, frequency and duration of occupational therapy/hand therapy in collaboration with the referring physician.
Participate in student clinical clerkships and affiliation programs in agreement with the AOTA's clinical education agreements from schools Attend and/or participate in facility meetings as directed by Center Manager (may include utilization review, infection control, disaster preparedness, etc.
).
Communicate pertinent patient information to referring physicians, staff, employers, insurance carriers and rehabilitation specialists.
Provide injured worker with guidelines for job modification and energy conservation in accordance with physician.
Qualifications:
Must be a graduate of an American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) accredited school of Occupational Therapy.
Specialty certification from Hand Therapy Certification Commission (HTCC) required in hand therapy.
National registration and state licensure or registration where applicable.
Minimum of two years experience in application of custom splinting pre and post-op orthopedic is preferred.
Minimum two years in adult rehabilitation; hand and splinting experience preferred.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.
Salary:
$37.
03- $63.
86/hour The grade and salary of the position are based on specific criteria met within the qualifications of relevant experience, skills, performance and internal equity.
This position is eligible for shift differentials.
Additional Details:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium Max 25lbs):
up to 25 lbs, 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 25 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks.
Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to:
Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required.
Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
8 Tucker, GA Tucker, GA Full-time Full-time $37.
03 - $63.
86 an hour $37.
03 - $63.
86 an hour Overview:
Be inspired.
Be rewarded.
Belong.
At Emory Healthcare.
At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be.
We provide:
Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1 Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs Family-focused benefits Wellness incentives Ongoing mentorship and leadership programs And more Description:
The Certified Hand Specialist is responsible for the evaluation, plan of care, treatment, re-evaluation, discharge, and appropriate communications of high quality occupational therapy and hand therapy services to patients and customers.
Evaluate and treat patients for whom occupational hand therapy is medically necessary and document this clearly.
Develop objective patient goals and establish the type, frequency and duration of occupational therapy/hand therapy in collaboration with the referring physician.
Participate in student clinical clerkships and affiliation programs in agreement with the AOTA's clinical education agreements from schools Attend and/or participate in facility meetings as directed by Center Manager (may include utilization review, infection control, disaster preparedness, etc.
).
Communicate pertinent patient information to referring physicians, staff, employers, insurance carriers and rehabilitation specialists.
Provide injured worker with guidelines for job modification and energy conservation in accordance with physician.
Qualifications:
Must be a graduate of an American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) accredited school of Occupational Therapy.
Specialty certification from Hand Therapy Certification Commission (HTCC) required in hand therapy.
National registration and state licensure or registration where applicable.
Minimum of two years experience in application of custom splinting pre and post-op orthopedic is preferred.
Minimum two years in adult rehabilitation; hand and splinting experience preferred.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.
Salary:
$37.
03- $63.
86/hour The grade and salary of the position are based on specific criteria met within the qualifications of relevant experience, skills, performance and internal equity.
This position is eligible for shift differentials.
Additional Details:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium Max 25lbs):
up to 25 lbs, 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 25 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks.
Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to:
Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required.
Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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