Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapist | High Pay + Great Benefits

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Occupational Therapist (OT) specializing in Hand Therapy to join our team in Fairfield, CA. The Occupational Therapist will be responsible for patient evaluation, treatment planning, ongoing care, re-evaluation, discharge, and communication with patients, physicians, facilities, and other healthcare professionals.

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Job Category: Occupational Therapy / Hand Therapy

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop individualized occupational therapy and hand therapy plans of care.
• Provide skilled treatment for patients requiring occupational/hand therapy services.
• Establish appropriate treatment goals, frequency, and duration in collaboration with referring physicians.
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment programs as needed.
• Perform task analysis and provide job modification and energy-conservation recommendations when appropriate.
• Custom fabricate splints and casts for a variety of complex diagnoses.
• Supervise and provide direction to assistants and aides as permitted by state regulations.
• Maintain accurate and timely evaluations, progress notes, and other required documentation.
• Communicate patient information with physicians, staff, employers, insurance carriers, and rehabilitation specialists.
• Participate in patient education, home programs, community presentations, and clinical in-services.
• Participate in student clinical education programs when applicable.
• Assist with quality assurance activities and center operations.
• Maintain compliance with company policies, AOTA standards, state regulations, Medicare requirements, and safety procedures.
• May require occasional travel.

Qualifications

Graduate of an ACOTE-accredited Occupational Therapy program or qualifying approved program.

• Current state Occupational Therapist license/registration as required.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Current TB test required and maintained according to state guidelines.
• Qualified education, training, and competency for Hand Therapy and advanced practices as required by California regulations.
• Strong clinical problem-solving and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Leadership skills to supervise and support assistants and aides.
• Strong computer and documentation skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $85,000–$95,000/year
• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Insurance — for employees working 32+ hours/week
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dependent Care Account
• Company-Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Extended Illness Days (EID)
• Additional Voluntary Benefits

Part-Time/Per Diem: Employees working fewer than 32 hours/week are eligible for 401(k) with employer matching and accrued PTO based on company policy.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and assist patients using appropriate biomechanical techniques.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. independently .
• Ability to walk, bend, stand, and reach throughout the workday.
• Ability to push wheeled equipment.
• Sufficient visual, hearing, and fine motor abilities to perform clinical and documentation duties.

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LanceSoft is rated as one of the largest staffing firms in the US by SIA. Our mission is to establish global cross-culture human connections that further the careers of our employees and strengthen the businesses of our clients. We are driven to use the power of our global network to connect businesses with the right people, and people with the right businesses without bias. We provide Global Workforce Solutions with a human touch.

Company Description

LanceSoft is rated as one of the largest staffing firms in the US by SIA. Our mission is to establish global cross-culture human connections that further the careers of our employees and strengthen the businesses of our clients. We are driven to use the power of our global network to connect businesses with the right people, and people with the right businesses without bias. We provide Global Workforce Solutions with a human touch.