Hand Therapist (OT/PT) - Flexible Hours & Growth

Cairns Hand Clinic; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Mentorship and team support

Modern clinic facilities

Job summary

Cairns Hand Clinic is seeking an Early Career Hand Therapist (OT/PT) to join our team on a full-time basis in Cairns North, QLD. You will provide specialised hand, wrist, and upper limb therapy using evidence-based practices to support functional recovery.

The role involves assessments, manual therapy, splinting, and rehabilitation planning, with mentorship and opportunities for professional development in a modern clinic setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy (or equivalent recognised in Australia)
• Current registration with AHPRA
• Minimum 1 year post-qualification experience in hand therapy or upper limb rehab preferred
• Expertise in hand assessment, manual therapy techniques, and orthotic design/fabrication
• Strong clinical reasoning and ability to develop evidence-based treatment plans
• Excellent communication to educate and motivate diverse patients
• Proficiency with electronic health record systems
• Professional demeanour and commitment to high patient care
• Willingness to engage in ongoing professional development

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments of patients with hand and upper limb injuries to determine treatment plans
• Design and implement individualised therapeutic interventions including manual therapy, exercises, and functional training
• Provide splinting and orthotic fabrication as needed
• Monitor progress and adjust treatment protocols for optimal rehab outcomes
• Educate patients on injury prevention, self-management, and ergonomics
• Maintain accurate patient records in line with professional and legal standards
• Collaborate with referring clinicians to coordinate care
• Contribute to clinic protocols and best practice guidelines
• Provide mentorship and support to junior therapists

Job description

Cairns Hand Clinic is seeking an Early Career Hand Therapist (OT/PT) to join our team on a full-time basis in Cairns North, QLD. You will provide specialised hand, wrist, and upper limb therapy using evidence-based practices to support functional recovery.

The role involves assessments, manual therapy, splinting, and rehabilitation planning, with mentorship and opportunities for professional development in a modern clinic setting.