Occupational Therapist (OT) - Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) , Outpatient

Overview

$7,500 Bonus and Relocation

 

  

“Dartmouth-Health Medical Center is seeking a Certified Hand Therapist to join our Occupational therapy hand therapy team.

 

You will work alongside a team of dynamic and talented therapists, utilizing your skills to help patients recover from a variety of hand and upper extremity injuries and conditions.  As therapists we can   provide a vital role in providing guidance and care for individuals regaining their functional independence in work, sports, home settings.

 

As part of a large academic medical center, you will provide care to physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive and personalized care for each patient.   Additionally, our clinicians have the unique opportunity to participate in team-based integrative care in weekly collaborative clinics with our board certified Orthopedic and Plastic Surgery surgeons.  We also have potential for growth for our ortho pediatric care as well.  Our hand therapists attend educational rounds and lectures for advanced learning opportunities on a continuous basis.

Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our practice, where evidence-based interventions and the latest rehabilitation techniques are utilized to optimize patient outcomes. We are committed to the growth and development of our clinicians and offer a robust and comprehensive mentorship program and a generous continuing education benefit making DH an ideal place to grow your career and achieve your professional goals.

 

Lebanon and the neighboring town of Hanover, home to Dartmouth College, are located in the “Upper Valley” which straddles the pristine Connecticut River, a national heritage river and includes 46 towns in western New Hampshire and eastern Vermont. This local region boasts easy access to an abundance of recreational opportunities from skiing, hiking, trail running, mountain biking and cycling. It offers vibrant communities, excellent local schools, and a myriad of cultural opportunities through Dartmouth College, as well as the Lebanon Opera House and Northern Stage in White River Junction. Amenities associated with urban areas in Boston MA, Burlington, VT and Montreal QC are all within a few hours’ drive.

 

 

This is for a full-time, benefited, outpatient occupational therapy position with emphasis in hand therapy. 

Responsibilities

Evaluates, diagnoses, determines prognosis, and provides high quality, personalized and evidence-based interventions for patients.

Reports findings to other health care team members through strong communication skills and use of electronic documentation and billing within Epic EMR.

Participates in and supports in-house education, student programs, volunteer/observation, and community outreach programs, educating referring providers including residents and fellows.

Works with a coordinated team of providers to provide comprehensive care for patients.

Determines and implements annual plan for professional development.

Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy
• CHT preferred but willing to provide training

Required Licensure/Certifications

• New Hampshire licensure required
• BLS certification required