Occupational Therapist – Certified Hand Therapist | Fairfield, CA

Bounty Amount: $6,000

Company Name: VibrantCare (https://vibrantcare.com/)

Role Type: Full-time Salaried Employee - On Site

Location: Fairfield California

Salary / Hourly Rate: $80,000 - 90,000

Benefits: ✅ Relocation Assist✅ Retirement/401k✅ Health Insurance✅ Vision Insurance✅ Dental Insurance✅ Willing to Sponsor

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Responsibilities: Evaluate, treat, and direct skilled treatment for patients requiring physical therapy.Develop and implement customized treatment plans for optimal patient outcomes.Maintain ongoing documentation of goals, functional progress, and medical necessity.Complete required documentation (pre-certifications, physician reports, daily notes, etc.) in a timely manner.Maintain respectful and open communication with co-workers, physicians, patients, and families.Stay updated on the latest physical therapy practices and regulations., Evaluate, treat, and direct skilled treatment for patients requiring physical therapy., Develop and implement customized treatment plans for optimal patient outcomes., Maintain ongoing documentation of goals, functional progress, and medical necessity., Complete required documentation (pre-certifications, physician reports, daily notes, etc.) in a timely manner., Maintain respectful and open communication with co-workers, physicians, patients, and families., Stay updated on the latest physical therapy practices and regulations., Understand and adhere to the state Practice Act and supervisory requirements for PTs.Follow VibrantCare’s Clinical Operations Policies & Procedures Manual and complete annual reviews.Complete all required Medicare compliance training and OSHA safety training annually.Ensure compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and other governmental regulations related to patient care., Understand and adhere to the state Practice Act and supervisory requirements for PTs., Follow VibrantCare’s Clinical Operations Policies & Procedures Manual and complete annual reviews., Complete all required Medicare compliance training and OSHA safety training annually., Ensure compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and other governmental regulations related to patient care., Complete required continuing education courses to maintain licensure.Maintain a current CPR certification as per state requirements.Participate in facility meetings and professional development programs as directed by the Center Manager., Complete required continuing education courses to maintain licensure., Maintain a current CPR certification as per state requirements., Participate in facility meetings and professional development programs as directed by the Center Manager., Efficiently manage time to meet productivity requirements.Participate in and present clinical in-services when requested.Contribute to center operations and workflow improvements.Support the overall goals of the company by engaging in facility marketing efforts., Efficiently manage time to meet productivity requirements., Participate in and present clinical in-services when requested., Contribute to center operations and workflow improvements., Support the overall goals of the company by engaging in facility marketing efforts.

Qualifications: Graduation from a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapy program.State licensure/registration where applicable., Graduation from a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapy program., State licensure/registration where applicable., Experience in outpatient physical therapy preferred.Proficiency in clinical documentation systems and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.Ability to lead and supervise assistants and aides in patient care.Effective communication for reporting, patient education, and coordination., Experience in outpatient physical therapy preferred., Proficiency in clinical documentation systems and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)., Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills., Ability to lead and supervise assistants and aides in patient care., Effective communication for reporting, patient education, and coordination., Strong time management and organizational skills.Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.Demonstrates leadership, adaptability, and a patient-first mindset., Strong time management and organizational skills., Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team., Demonstrates leadership, adaptability, and a patient-first mindset., Ability to lift and assist patients using proper biomechanics (up to 50 lbs).Frequent walking, bending, standing, and reaching throughout the workday.Strong visual and auditory acuity for patient evaluations and documentation.Ability to push wheeled equipment and handle therapeutic devices efficiently., Ability to lift and assist patients using proper biomechanics (up to 50 lbs)., Frequent walking, bending, standing, and reaching throughout the workday., Strong visual and auditory acuity for patient evaluations and documentation., Ability to push wheeled equipment and handle therapeutic devices efficiently.

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Additional Information

Interview Process: Reach out via text to set up a screening interview & understand fit for the candidate. (Usually Video Call)Second interview to understand longer-term aspirations and see what kind or role or clinic aligns with them.Timeline: As fast as you candidate can move

Day to day: Work in a busy outpatient clinic treating diverse patients., Perform splint fabrication, injury prevention education, and functional training., Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and administrative staff.

Challenges: Managing a high-volume patient load., Coordinating with insurance providers and physicians., Customizing therapy plans for complex cases.

Reporting Structure: Reports to Center Manager

Team: The team consists of occupational therapists, physical therapists, therapy assistants (PTAs/OTAs), physicians, and administrative staff. The new hire will work closely with other clinicians to provide specialized hand therapy services.

Growth: VibrantCare offers continuing education programs, mentorship opportunities, and certification support for career development., The role provides opportunities to lead new therapy programs, mentor junior therapists, and participate in research initiatives., Employees are encouraged to attend workshops, conferences, and in-house training sessions to enhance their expertise in hand therapy.

Ideal Candidate Profile: Licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) with a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) credential or eligibility to obtain it., 3+ years of experience in hand therapy, preferably in an outpatient rehabilitation setting., Strong understanding of manual therapy, neuromuscular dysfunction, and splint fabrication., Excellent communication, problem-solving, and patient education skills., A proactive and adaptable professional who thrives in high-volume clinical environments.

Companies to source from: Select Physical Therapy Website: selectphysicaltherapy.com, Evolution Physical Therapy Website: evolutionphysicaltherapy.com, Cedars-Sinai Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Website: cedars-sinai.org, West Coast Spine Physical Therapy Website: westcoastspine.com, ATI Physical Therapy Website: atipt.com, Confluent Health Website: goconfluent.com, Physical Rehabilitation Network (PRN) Website: prnpt.com, Upstream Rehabilitation Website: urpt.com, Empower Physical Therapy Website: empowerpt.com, Golden Bear Physical Therapy Website: gbphysicaltherapy.com, FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers Website: fyzical.com, PT Solutions Physical Therapy Website: ptsolutions.com, U.S. Physical Therapy Website: usph.com, USC Division of Biokinesiology and Physical Therapy Website: pt.usc.edu, HealthFit Physical Therapy & Chiropractic Website: healthfitinc.com, The Lab Doctors of Physical Therapy Website: thelabdpt.com, Elevated Physical Therapy Website: elevatedpt.com, California Rehabilitation and Sports Therapy Website: calrehab.com, Agile Physical Therapy Website: agilept.com, Therapeutic Associates Physical Therapy Website: therapeuticassociates.com

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