Application Process & Eligibility
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Erin E Mitskavich, OTR/L, CHT
OT Hand Therapy Fellowship Coordinator
emitskavich@metrohealth.org
Eligibility requirements for The MetroHealth Occupational Therapy Hand Therapy Fellowship Program are as follows:
- Graduate of an occupational therapy educational program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) and the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA).
- Licensed occupational therapy provider by the Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy and Athletic Trainers Board.
- Certified Occupational Therapy provider with the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
- Completed one year of post-secondary work experience as a licensed occupational therapy provider.
- Maintains membership with the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) prior to and throughout the fellowship program.
- Must be able to travel to multiple locations where occupational therapy services are provided.
- Possess current BLS certification prior to and throughout fellowship program.
Obtains influenza shot required which is required annually per MetroHealth employment policy. - Interacts effectively with a wide range of cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
The MetroHealth Occupational Therapy Hand Therapy Fellowship Program requirements are as follows:
- Complete Fellowship Application
- Career Statement
- Two letters of recommendation, with one being from an immediate supervisor or previous fieldwork supervisor.
- Résumé
- Continuing education certificates of completion (recommended but not required)
To be eligible for the MetroHealth Occupational Therapy Hand Therapy Fellowship Program, you must comply with MetroHealth employment requirements, which may include criminal background check, pre-employment drug screening, vaccinations etc., and attending MetroHealth employment orientation prior to start date.
The MetroHealth Occupational Therapy Hand Therapy Fellowship Program does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, or other protected identities or statuses.
Selection Process
The Fellowship Committee will accept applications from October 1 – December 31. Beginning in January, the committee will review applications and select candidates to proceed to the interview phase.
In February, potential candidates will be interviewed virtually or in person depending on the availability of the fellow or committee members. The Fellowship Coordinator will notify interviewed applicants of acceptance or rejection via mail by April 1st. Our fellowship program is scheduled to commence on July 1.
Additional Fees
There are no additional fees for submitting an application.
Forms of Compensation
The fellow will be hired as a full-time employee of MetroHealth. The term of employment will be 12 months. Fellow will be a salaried employee and eligible for all full-time benefits. Salary will be adjusted to 75% of normal starting salary for entry level position.
Program Start and End Dates
July 1 – June 30