Certified Hand Therapist - OT
Company: Phoenix Children's Hospital
Location: Scottsdale
Posted on: April 11, 2021
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Job Description:
Job DescriptionPosition Summary This position provides
occupational therapy services with emphasis on the upper limb to a
pediatric population, from infant through adolescence/young
adulthood, specific to age and developmental/functional level
determined by assessment. Performs evaluation, program planning,
and treatment of patients who have a variety of diagnoses involving
the upper limb, which includes the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder
girdle. Implements patient's plan of care using treatment
modalities including but not limited to: exercise, mobilization,
splinting, taping, heat/cold, electrical stimulation, and
ultrasound as prescribed by a physician. PCH ValuesFamily-Centered
care that focuses on the need of the child first and values the
family as an important member of the care teamExcellence in
clinical care, service and communicationCollaborative within our
institution and with others who share our mission and
goalsLeadership that set the standard for pediatric health care
today and innovations of the futureAccountability to our patients,
community and each other for providing the best in the most
cost-effective way. Position DutiesEvaluates and treats patients
with a variety of diagnoses involving the upper extremity, which
includes the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder girdle. Possesses
comprehensive knowledge of the structure and function of the upper
extremity with activity and in the presence of other diagnoses
including but not limited to: neurological, sensorimotor,
musculoskeletal, complex medical conditions, trauma, and/or
occupational performance disorders/delays. Demonstrates knowledge
of typical development and possesses skills necessary to provide
age appropriate services in areas of self-care and play involving
motor, sensory-integrative, cognitive, and psychosocial functions.
Uses pediatric-based behavior management strategies and matches
diagnostic/therapeutic interventions to age/ability of the child
using a framework of family-centered care. Uses specialized skills
in assessment, planning, and treatment. Establishes appropriate
treatment plans with age appropriate, functional, and measurable
goals with target timeframes. Obtains mutual agreement upon
discussion with family/guardian. Provides therapeutic interventions
to restore function, prevent dysfunction, and/or reverse the
progression of pathology of the upper extremity in order to
enhance/maximize patient's ability to execute tasks and participate
fully in life situations. Implements patient's plan of care using
treatment modalities including but not limited to: exercise,
mobilization, splinting, taping, heat/cold, electrical stimulation,
and ultrasound as prescribed by a physician. This may include
recommending, designing, and/or fabrication of specialized
equipment to maximize function. Performs patient/family teaching
for maximizing function within the home/community and
implementation of home program. Possesses excellent communication
and motivational skills to help patients overcome their
hand-related problems. Provides care as outlined in standards of
care section of the AOTA and PCH Policies & Procedures
Manual.Maintains appropriate and timely documentation in compliance
with Joint Commission, state/federal guidelines, and CARF
standards, including participation in Total Quality
Management.Organizes, coordinates, and collaborates with other
disciplines within the hospital and resources within the community
in order to maximize value and effectiveness of plan of care.
Participates in and contributes to hand clinic, outpatient rounds,
care conferences, discharge planning, school re-entry, and
patient/family education.Builds and maintains rapport within the
department, hospital, and community, while professionally
interacting with physicians, families, and hospital/community
personnel. This includes preparation and participation in
in-service training programs. Supervises and directs assistive
personnel including but not limited to certified occupational
therapy assistants, rehab technicians, and students, providing
input into their performance evaluations.Performs miscellaneous job
related duties as requested.
Keywords: Phoenix Children's Hospital, Scottsdale , Certified Hand Therapist - OT, Healthcare , Scottsdale, Arizona
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