Certified Hand Therapist

Full Time
Purchase, NY 10577
Posted
Job description

Career Opportunities at Summit Health and CityMD

Summit Health and CityMD form a physician-driven, patient-centric network, committed to simplifying the complexities of health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our unique network was created by the 2019 merger between Summit Medical Group, one of the nation’s premier independent multispecialty medical groups, and CityMD, the leading urgent care provider in the New York metropolitan area. Together, Summit Health and CityMD deliver a more intuitive, comprehensive, and responsive care experience for every patient, regardless of the stage of life or health condition, through high-quality primary, specialty, and urgent care.

We are continually growing to meet the needs of our patients and deliver exceptional care to an even greater population. Summit Health now has more than 2,800 providers across more than 80 specialty areas, 13,000 employees, and over 370 locations in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, and Central Oregon. CityMD has over 150 locations across the tri-state. We share a vision of improving the way health care needs are addressed by offering timely, high-quality, comprehensive care with an exceptional patient experience. Together, we provide the best possible care to every patient in every neighborhood.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Perform and document an initial exam, evaluating data to identify problems and develop a plan of care. Inform patients when diagnosis reveals findings outside occupational therapy and refer to appropriate practitioners.
  • Fabricate custom splints based on physician orders and evaluation of patient needs.
  • Record prognosis, treatment, response, and progress into EMR.
  • Plan, prepare and carry out individually designed programs of physical treatment (modalities, manual treatment, therapeutic ex, etc.) to maintain, improve or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent physical dysfunction in patients.
  • Evaluate effects of treatment at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit.
  • Direct, supervise, assess, and communicate with supportive personnel.
  • Provide educational information about occupational therapy including injury prevention, ergonomics and ways to promote health.
  • Discharge patient from occupational therapy when goals or projected outcomes have been attained and provide for appropriate follow-up care or referrals. Instruct patient and/or family in treatment procedures to be continued at home.

GENERAL QUALIFICATION STANDARDS & JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education/Certifications/Licenses:

  • NYS Occupational Therapy License and Registration- required
  • Hand Therapy Certification required
  • BLS Certification- required

Performance Standards for Specialty Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Social skills

  • Communicate effectively with patients, insurance companies, and co-workers
  • Communicate with MDs on a continuous basis in regards to patient care

Computer Skills - Knowledge of EMR, MS Word/Excel, OT billing codes
Technical Skills - Knowledge of custom splint fabrication, manual OT treatments, use of modalities and OT exercise equipment

KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIRED FOR EVERY POSITION

  • Customer / Patient Service
  • Compliance and HIPAA
  • Problem Solving and Judgment
  • Communication
  • Dependability
  • Teamwork
  • Professional Appearance
  • Willingness to Learn/Continuous Learning

Pay Range $65,000 - $105,000

The provided compensation range is based on industry standards and salary determinations will be made based on numerous factors including but not limited to years of experience and location of position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Continuing education credits
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

  • Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine

Role characteristics:

  • No travel

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

Work setting:

  • Clinic
  • In-person
  • Outpatient

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Purchase, NY 10577: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

  • NYS Occupational Therapy License (Preferred)
  • Hand Therapy Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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