Certified Hand Therapist-FT-Orthopedics-Provo
Company: Revere Health
Location: Provo
Posted on: February 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Salary: At Revere Health, we
believe there is a better path to healing and healthcare
maintenance, and were working on this missionone patient at a time.
Were a national leader in a movement called value-base care which
aims to improve treatment outcomes and keep costs down. Our
internal culture is one that promotes respect and consistently
recognizes the impact that individual employees have on the mission
of the organization. Position Summary: Description The
Physical/Occupational Therapist, Certified Hand Therapist is
responsible for providing direct patient care, evaluations,
consultations, and treatments in order to assist patients in
reaching maximum physical performance for the upper quarter of the
human body. Utilizing specialized skills in assessment and
treatment, the Certified Hand Therapist, promotes the goals of
prevention of dysfunction, restoration of function, and/or reversal
of the progression of pathology in order to enhance participation
in life situations for individuals with upper quarter disease or
injury. Essential Job Functions: Supports and models behaviors
consistent with the mission and philosophy of the clinic Provide
population-based services Determine the needs of the target
population (e.g., industrial, athletic or performing artist groups,
etc.). Consideration is given to cultural diversity and
age-appropriate care. Make intervention recommendations (e.g.,
education programs, prevention strategies, ergonomic modifications,
and screening) based on available resources Assist in
implementation of interventions Monitor effectiveness of
interventions Serve as a resource person/consultant Organize and
Manage Services Comply with regulations that ensure environmental
safety Advocate for patients Ensure compliance with organizational
policies and procedures Participate in case management Assess
patient satisfaction Promote Professional Practice Maintain ethical
and legal standards Participate in evidence based practice (e.g.,
scientifically-based, outcome based) Interpret and apply clinical
research and outcome studies Evaluate Upper Quarter and Relevant
Patient Characteristics Interview patient Obtain and review
medical, psychosocial and vocational history Plan for and select
assessment tool Assess and document skeletal, muscular, nervous,
vascular, skin connective tissue status, functional and/or
ergonomic status and psychosocial factors Reassess and document
patient status at appropriate intervals Consideration is given to
cultural diversity and age appropriate care needs Develop Treatment
and Discharge Plans Integrate theoretical knowledge bases and
patient goals into treatment Establish short and long term goals of
treatment Establish frequency of treatment in collaboration with
patient and referring physician and within the guidelines of third
party payers Determine rehab potential Select appropriate treatment
techniques to improve overall and functional status which may
include: Activity Adaptive/assistive devices Training in activities
of daily living (ADLs) Behavior management Compressive therapy
Desensitization Electrical modalities Ergonomic modification
Exercise Manual therapy Patient and family education Prosthetics
Sensory re-education Splinting Standardized and non-standardized
assessment tools Strengthening Thermal modalities Work
hardening/retraining Wound care/dressing/topical agents Discusses
evaluations, goals and treatments with patients and families in
order to minimize anxieties and maximize cooperation. Identify
appropriate resources to which patients can be referred Consult
with and refer to other health care professionals. Maintains
communication with Medical Director, attending physician, ancillary
departments and requesting third party payers regarding patients
treatment plan and progress through written and verbal means.
Document the treatment plan Assess readiness and determine
discharge needs including return to work Formulate and document
discharge plan Implement Treatment Plan Implement and modify
treatment/interventions to address edema/vascularity, pain, scar,
ROM/flexibility, wounds, strength, dexterity, sensation, function,
endurance, and posture/movements Documents timely and regular
initial evaluations, progress and discharge notes consistent with
department policy, regulatory agency and reimbursement
requirements. Completes daily patient charges and work schedule.
Identifies need and sets goals for own professional growth and
development; meets all mandatory requirements. Participates and
attends educational meetings with respect to continuing education,
co-worker in-services, and Billings Clinic educational course
offerings to enhance knowledge and further professional skills.
Provides instruction to patients as directed by physician, APP or
as documented in department policies and procedures. Maintains
competency in all organizational, departmental and outside agency
environmental, employee or patient safety standards relevant to job
performance. Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet
the needs of the department/organization. Qualifications: Education
Degree of Occupational Therapy or Physical Therapy from an
accredited institution Experience If applicant does not have a CHT
certification, experience in Hand Rehabilitation/splinting is
preferred Certifications and Licenses Current certification as a
Certified Hand Therapist, preferred Applicant willing to obtain CHT
license after hire, required Hours: Availability: Monday-Friday.
8-5pm
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