Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapist or CHT
Select Physical Therapy
Summary
Select Physical Therapy is seeking a Per Diem Hand Therapist-Occupational Therapist for our outpatient orthopedic center. Although a certified hand therapist (CHT) is preferred, we are willing to consider occupational therapists with a level II fieldwork in hands (required). We have a network of hand therapists and CHTs available for support and are excited to mentor occupational therapists aspiring to be a CHT.
Job description
Responsibilities
- Collaboration: Supervise assistants and aides and contribute to case management.
- High Standard of Care: Stay current and up to date with occupational therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice (RCB, clinician expertise, patient perception).
- Personalized Treatment: Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment, from evaluating and creating a plan of care to treatment and discharge.
- Relationship-Building: Maintain positive level of interaction with centers and patients. Enhance and expand client relations with facilities and their staff.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Graduate of an American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)-accredited school of occupational therapy
- CPR certification
- Valid driver's license
Preferred Qualifications:
- At least two years of experience in the application of custom splinting pre and post-op orthopedic
- Minimum two years in adult rehabilitation; hand and splinting experience preferred
Requirements
- Graduate of an AOTA-accredited school of occupational therapy
- CPR certification
- Valid driver's license
- Level II fieldwork in hands (required)
- Certified hand therapist (CHT) preferred
- At least two years of experience in custom splinting pre and post-op orthopedic (preferred)
- Minimum two years in adult rehabilitation (preferred)
- Hand and splinting experience preferred
Benefits
- Mentorship program
- Continuing education program
- Paid national certifications
- Outpatient clinical advancement program
- Bonus incentives
Company overview
Select Physical Therapy is a leading national provider of outpatient physical rehabilitation services and part of the Select Medical Outpatient Division. As one of the largest physical therapy networks in the United States, the company operates nearly 2,000 outpatient centers across 39 states and Washington D.C., supported by over 7,000 licensed therapists. The organization specializes in comprehensive rehabilitation services including physical therapy, occupational therapy, hand therapy, sports medicine, work injury prevention and management, vestibular rehabilitation, aquatic therapy, and pediatric therapy. Select Physical Therapy serves diverse patient populations through specialized programs for neurological rehabilitation, cancer rehabilitation, amputee rehabilitation, and pelvic health. The company maintains strategic partnerships with professional sports teams, colleges, universities, and major corporations, positioning itself as an exclusive physical rehabilitation provider for several prominent organizations. With a strong commitment to clinical excellence and evidence-based practices, Select Physical Therapy offers extensive continuing education opportunities, residency programs, and manual therapy certification to ensure its clinicians remain at the forefront of rehabilitation science.