Occupational Therapist - OPA Wasilla

Hand Therapist, OPA Wasilla - Full-time, AlaskaOrthopedic Physicians Alaska seeks a highly skilled, dedicated, and professional Hand Therapist to join our rapidly growing and dynamic team. We provide work-life balance, competitive salaries, and comprehensive medical, dental, FSA, life, and disability insurance, as well as profit sharing, 401(k), and paid time off starting at three (3) weeks per year.OPA fosters a strong working and learning relationship with our physical therapists. We take a keen interest in our continued staff education and development. OPA leads the way in continued learning, including therapist/physician mentorship, educational in-services and generous continuing education.With minimal supervision, the Hand Therapist implements high quality hand therapy services for patients and caregivers, and facilitates in accordance with the principles and practices of physical/occupational therapy and Orthopedic Physicians Alaska (OPA) policies and procedures. The Hand Therapist assists the Lead Hand Therapist with daily operation of the Hand Therapy clinic to ensure smooth operation. The Hand Therapist develops treatment plans, supervises assistants and aides, contributes to case management, and provides quality patient care. The Hand Therapist maintains a positive level of interaction with clients to enhance and expand client relations with OPA facilities and staff.Required qualifications - Graduation from accredited OT/PT program after completing a minimum of a bachelor's degree. Minimum prior experience: 1 year in orthopedic hands; Desired Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) - Licensed in Alaska and in good standing to practice PT/OTCandidates meeting the above skills and qualifications and desiring to be part of a patient-centered, professional environment are invited to apply.FLSA status: ExemptCore CompetenciesSynergy: Through collaboration & continuation improvementEmpathy: Through compassion & patient-centered careIntegrity: Through trust & ethical accountabilityOptimization: Through operational efficiencyThe mission of OrthoAlaska, Orthopedic Physicians Alaska division is to provide the finest orthopedic surgery and musculoskeletal care in North America through quality, patient-centered care. Each of our physicians and surgeons works in concert with a certified orthopedic surgical physician assistant and other staff to provide patients an individualized care-team experience. Currently, we have offices in Anchorage, Wasilla, and Eagle River.Employees enjoy opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment and exposure to a full range of orthopedic care with orthopedic, injury walk-in, and rheumatology clinics, an imaging center, athletic training and physical, occupational and massage therapy.OPA values quality, patient-centered care, personal fulfillment through continuous improvement, team development, and community service. We welcome applicants who embrace our same core values and possess a daily renewed attitude of excellence.OPA benefits include health and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing, as well as paid time off.OrthoAlaska is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, religion, age, pregnancy, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected categories.