NovaCare Rehabilitation·Homestead, Pennsylvania
Provide comprehensive and individualized occupational therapy treatment for outpatient orthopedic patients, specifically focusing on hand therapy. Collaborate with referring physicians to develop patient goals and maintain high standards of care according to state practice acts.
Best Practices: Stay current and up to date with Occupational Therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice (RCB, clinician expertise, patient perception). Build Relationships: Enhance, develop and expand relationships with referral sources and maintain a positive level of interaction with centers and patients. Collaborative Approach: Develop objective patient goals and establish the type, frequency and duration of occupational therapy in collaboration with the referring physician. High Standard of Care: Understand appropriate state Practice Act and adhere to the laws that govern how OTs may practice and whom they may supervise. Innovative Opportunities: Participate in the design and implementation of new programs or procedures with the approval of the manager and referring physicians per HIPPA guidelines.
Supervise and delegate occupational therapy care for each patient within the guidelines of state rules and federal regulations.
Personalized
Treatment: Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment programs and demonstrate completion of patient care responsibilities and documentation requirements in an appropriate and timely manner.
At least two years of experience in the application of custom splinting pre and post-op orthopedic Minimum two years in adult rehabilitation; hand and splinting experience preferred Additional Data Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
Must be a graduate of an AOTA-accredited occupational therapy school with a valid driver's license and CPR certification. Preference is given to Certified Hand Therapists or those with at least two years of experience in adult rehabilitation and custom splinting.
Market context
In Pennsylvania, allied health employers commonly look for diagnostic medical sonographers with an approved diploma or degree, current ARDMS certification, and the ability to work independently while coordinating with medical staff and patients. These roles can be competitive because employers want candidates who are both technically prepared and comfortable in patient-facing settings. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification status and prepare examples of independent clinical work before applying.
