Hand Therapist

At Summit Orthopedics, we recognize the significance each member of the Summit Family has as they impact one another and our patients on a daily basis.Be part of a patient-first environment that lives into our values of: Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Collaboration, Stewardship and Innovation and a place where staff members feel respected and find a strong sense of purpose in their roles, contributing to a familial atmosphere characterized by mutual respect and enjoyment.

Under the supervision of the Hand Therapy Manager, the Hand Therapist will aid in the orthopedic care and treatment of patients by planning, interpreting, and implementing specific therapy treatment programs.

This role is for a full-time opportunity which will provide Hand Therapy services split between the Minnetonka and Eden Prairie location. Scheduled day hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM- 4:30 PM. Flexibility to float as needed/schedule subject to change.

• Evaluates, plans and implements patients' treatment program in coordination with medical staff.
• Administers treatment program per physician orders, clarifies physician's treatment instructions and/or confers with physician and medical staff on patient care issues as indicated.
• Recommends hand therapy policies and procedures concerning services provided.
• Evaluates charts and reports on patient's progress.
• Maintains patient records, charts, and discharge summaries.
• Educates patients and family in proper self management care and exercise programs.
• Conducts and participates in clinic educational programs
• Assists other therapists in planning treatment programs.
• Participates in improving organizational performance through recommending areas or approaches for improvement activities, performing new procedures, collecting data and providing input to department discussions.
• Participates in establishing job requirements and goals; performs duties at the desired level of competency.
• Ensures that work areas are organized and present a safe, accessible, effective, and efficient environment.
• Maintains currency in field through continuing educations, literature, and seminars.
• Follows policies and procedures governing the handling of confidential information as defined by Summit Orthopedics and applicable laws and regulations.

Summit Orthopedics provides the Twin Cities, Greater Minnesota and Western Wisconsin with the full spectrum of orthopedic care including sub-specialty clinics, walk-in care at our Orthopedic Urgent Care clinics, imaging, bracing, therapy, surgery, and post-surgical stays at our Care Suites. Our expert team of physicians, surgeons, physician assistants, certified athletic trainers and therapists are part of the 1100+ employees who partner to provide quality care designed to support a healthier, more active lifestyle.

Summit Orthopedics is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations of federal, state and local governing boards and/or agencies.

Qualifications

Education
Masters of Occupational Therapy (required)
Bachelors of Occupational Therapy (required)

Experience
1 years: One year of previous hand therapy experience preferred. (preferred)

Licenses & Certifications
Basic Life Support (preferred)
Reg Occupational Ther (required)
Cert Hand Therapist (preferred)

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