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Description
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Occupational Therapist or Physical Therapist with a passion for upper extremity rehabilitation to join our growing clinical team. In this role, you will provide comprehensive hand therapy services — from evaluation through discharge — working with patients across a diverse spectrum of acute and chronic conditions affecting the hands, wrists and elbows. You will work both independently and collaboratively within a highly experienced, close-knit clinical team that takes pride in clinical excellence, thoughtful communication with referring physicians, and meaningful outcomes for every patient.
**WE ARE CURRENTLY HIRING FOR OUR WESTLAKE VILLAGE, THOUSAND OAKS, AND NORTHRIDGE LOCATIONS**
Key Responsibilities:
Clinical Care
- Perform comprehensive evaluations of patients with upper extremity conditions, including fractures, tendon and nerve injuries, arthritis, post-operative cases, CRPS, burns, and repetitive strain injuries.
- Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans in collaboration with referring physicians.
- Deliver skilled interventions including therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, physical agent modalities, wound and scar management, desensitization, functional activity training and more.
- Design, fabricate, and fit custom orthoses for a wide range of upper extremity diagnoses.
- Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs, joint protection techniques, energy conservation strategies, and adaptive equipment as appropriate.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough clinical documentation in compliance with payer requirements, state regulations, practice standards, and company policies.
- Ensure appropriate billing documentation, including treatment codes, units, and diagnosis codes.
- Adhere to HIPAA standards and all applicable state and federal regulations governing occupational therapy practice.
Collaboration & Professional Development
- Collaborate with co-treating therapists and therapy aides to ensure seamless, efficient and effective patient care.
- Participate in case discussions, team meetings, and mentorship as needed.
- Pursue ongoing continuing education and professional development to maintain clinical excellence and advance toward hand therapy certification (CHT) if not already attained.
- Contribute positively to the clinic’s culture of learning, teamwork, and patient advocacy.
Requirements
Required Qualifications
- Graduate degree (Master’s or Doctorate) in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
- Current California OT license (OTR/L) in good standing
- Current NBCOT certification
- Current CPR/BLS certification Strong interpersonal and communication skills with patients, families, and referring providers
- Ability to work independently as well as within a collaborative team environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience in hand therapy or upper extremity rehabilitation (new graduates with strong clinical interest welcome)
- Certification in Hand Therapy (CHT) or pursuit of CHT eligibility
- Certification in Physical Agent Modalities (PAMs) Experience with orthotic fabrication
- Familiarity with physician collaboration and progress reporting workflows