Clinical Specialist
Job Locations: US-IL-Decatur
ID: 2022-15290
Category: Rehabilitation/Therapies
Position Type: Full-Time
Overview
Certified Hand Therapist preferred or new graduates/therapists interested in an outpatient hand therapy setting. The Hand Therapist treats a variety of upper extremity conditions, both non-operative and post-operative, and is responsible for providing examinations, evaluations, therapy diagnosis, interventions, and prognosis in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Manages daily caseload based on protocols and patient needs using an EMR system for documentation and billing. Works closely with surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare providers to ensure patients have the best possible outcomes. Opportunities to collaborate and on-the-job mentoring and training to develop clinical and splint fabrication skills as well as opportunities for continuing education and career development.
Qualifications
Education and/or Other Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy or entry-level equivalent. Licensed or license pending in the State of Illinois without previous disciplinary action in Illinois or other states. Completed Hand Therapy Certification Commission requirements. Current CPR card.
Qualifications:
- Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions.
- Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation.
- Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups.
- Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, ethnicity, cultures and their history and origins.
- Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to evaluate and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities.
- Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.
- Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
- Knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, and pathology.
- Knowledge of laws and government regulations as they apply to State and National standards.
- Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations.
- Good knowledge of standard practices, equipment and rules relating to word processing, written and oral communications.
- Good working knowledge and ability to perform basic computer skills such as word processing, data entry, and documentation.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with physicians, consultants, and Rehabilitation team members, patients, and patients’ families.
- Ability to anticipate problems and potential outcomes.
- Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
Environmental Factors:
This position is performed within an environment of occasional exposure to environmental variations, above-normal noise-level, and/or unpleasant substances.
Physical Demands:
- Frequently required to walk, stand, bend and reach.
- Frequently required to lift, push and pull weight of at least 5 to 50 pounds.
Mental Demands:
- Ability to work under stress and adapt to changing conditions.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions and Job Duties:
- Maintains flexibility, organizes and prioritizes time to accommodate assigned patient load.
- Meets departmental standards and insurance/reimbursement guidelines for documentation of care.
- Evaluates patients; plans and delivers care and treatment to progress patient to goals agreed upon by patient, family, and Physician.
- Maintains current professional knowledge and seeks continuing education to improve quality of care.
- Maintains patient/family confidentiality to comply with HIPAA regulations.
- Performs other duties as assigned by Director, Managers, and Team Leader.
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