
Posted 28 days ago
Occupational Therapist - Forest Hills
QueensOn-site
AI Summary
Provides occupational therapy and physical therapy in hand and upper extremity rehabilitation, developing individualized treatment plans, empowering patients, and collaborating with physicians and interdisciplinary teams.
About this role
Spear Physical and Occupational Therapy is excited to welcome motivated occupational (OT) and physical therapists (PT) who are passionate about pursuing a career in hand and upper extremity rehabilitation. This role is ideal for therapists who have developed a solid foundation in hand therapy during their clinical education and are eager to build on that experience with mentorship, advanced training, and hands-on practice.
Therapists are responsible for setting clear expectations for your patients’ clinical progress while providing evidence-based, patient-centered care for individuals with conditions of the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder. Therapists are expected to execute a high standard of clinical excellence while maintaining 5-star customer service, because a passion for your craft is turned into real impacts when you deliver on your promises. Spear strives to foster a true community environment for both patients and team members; therefore, a collaborative spirit is valued to ensure everyone receives the care and support they need.
·Develop and progress individualized treatment plans including manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, custom orthotic fabrication, and patient education
·Empower patients with home programs and strategies that support their functional goals and recovery
·Collaborate closely with referring physicians, surgeons, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure exceptional outcomes
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What We Offer:
Further benefits include:
Who We Are Looking For:
A resonance with our SPEAR-IT values:
Physical Demand Capacity Consistent with published industry PDC norms:
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What We Offer:
Skills
Continuing Education Certifications (e.g., CHT Prep, Upper Extremity Rehabilitation)Custom Orthotic FabricationEMRHand TherapyManual TherapyPatient EducationTherapeutic Exercise
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