Certified Hand Therapist

at MaineHealth in South Portland, Maine, United States

Job Description

Description  Maine Medical Center

Professional - Clinical
Req #: 68567

Summary:
The Certified Hand Therapist role performs evaluations, develops plans, and carries out treatments to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability following disease, injury, or loss of a body part; helps patients reach their maximum performance in accordance with the Plan of Care prescribed by the provider.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Education:Degree in occupational or physical therapy from an accredited program and successful completion of clinical internship.
2. License/Certifications: Current State of Maine License as an Occupational or Physical Therapist. Current BLS certification required or must obtain within 30 days of start date.
3. Experience: 3 years of licensed experience and 4,000 hours of direct practice in hand therapy.
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Additional Information
With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you'll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.

We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow - programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.

MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you're looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today.

If you have questions about this role, please contact brandon.drinkwater@mainehealth.org

MaineHealth values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Federal and state laws prohibit discrimination in employment because of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.