Certified Hand Therapist

Evaluations

The Certified Hand Therapist will evaluate patients, develop goals, establish treatment plans, and implement the plan of care in a timely manner.

Treatment

• Provide occupational therapy treatment, including patient/family education, development of home exercise programs and making recommendations for discharge.
• If working in Hand Therapy, works under the supervision of a Certified Hand Therapist, either a PT/CHT or OT/CHT, and in direct communication with a CHT.

Documentation

All reports and documentation are accurate, current, in proper format and completed according to accepted standards and policy.

Supervision

• Aids in orienting and mentoring staff.
• Supervises performance of ancillary personnel, documents progress, and reports problems or issues to the Manager, Director or Senior CHT.

Programs and Meetings

• Participates in departmental and Healthcare System PI and outcomes programs and implements established action plans.
• Attends and participates in department meetings and in-services.
• Assists with treatment protocol development when appropriate, and supports implementation of said protocols.

Professionalism

• Maintains a professional image.
• Marketing services offered while performing day to day responsibilities.

Education and Certifications

• B.S., M.S., or O.T.D. in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in the state where work is being performed.
• Commitment to seek CHT certification once having the requirements for the exam, if the OT is working in the Hand Therapy Department.