Certified Hand Therapist

SSM Health; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Certified Hand Therapist in Manchester, CT. You will treat various upper extremity disorders and work alongside experienced clinicians in a supportive environment. Enjoy competitive compensation, a sign-on bonus, and unmatched continuing education opportunities.

Benefits

Multiple health plans: PPO and HSA options

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Company matching 401(k)

Continuing education program with unlimited access

Indefinite student debt benefit program

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited therapy school.
• Hold specialty certification in hand therapy.
• Experience in custom splinting pre and post-op.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with upper extremity disorders.
• Provide individualized treatment programs.
• Maintain positive interaction with clients and facilities.

Skills

Custom splinting

Evidence Based Practice

Client relations

Education

Graduate of an accredited school for occupational or physical therapy

Specialty certification or licensure in hand therapy

CPR certification

Job description

Overview

Position: Certified Hand Therapist - PT or OT

Location: Manchester, CT

Schedule: Monday through Friday

PRN and part-time are also available

Compensation: Salary up to $100k based on experience

Incentives: Sign on bonus up to $10k and student debt repayment

Select Physical Therapy is seeking a full-time Certified Hand Therapist (CHT), Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist, to treat various upper extremity disorders ranging from tendon injuries, sprains, strains, post-operative fractures, and more. We are seeking a hand therapist who is skilled in custom splinting. The Certified Hand Therapist will work with our regional hand therapy coordinator to ensure you have what you need for success.

Large office with multiple clinicians with vast years of experience.Office is directly below a top referring orthopedic physician and referral for hands come from many local area physicians. Ability to shadow several top hand surgeons in area as well as be on a supportive team with resources for hand therapy that are unmatched. Newly designed center with a designated area in open gym space for hand therapy. Splint pan/materials on site along with many cutting edge therapy tools. Ability to see initial evaluations for an hour.

Great opportunity to join a growing hand program.

Why join our nationwide team of amazing hand therapists?

• National hand therapy program in 32 states with more than 300 CHT’s nationwide and an additional 300 hand therapists are a part of the national hand therapy program
• Nationally supported mentorship program therapists interested in pursuing their CHT credentials (available in most regions). Experienced therapists have the opportunity to become a mentor.
• Education Department Offers: National UE symposium, National journal club, National CHT study group, free local CEU’s, webinar training programs, additional certification course available for UE COMT
• Hand team meetings in each local area and virtual meetings and training available.
• Opportunities to observe in physician clinics and work in contracted positions in physician’s clinics
• Opportunity for research activities
• Opportunity to develop and participate in program development for special populations
• Hand therapy clinics are fully equipped and provide many treatment options

Benefits and Incentives:

• Multiple health plans: PPO and HSA options through BC/BS
• Dental/vision/prescription/disability/supplemental life insurance and more
• Company matching 401(k)
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and extended illness days (EID)
• Indefinite student debt benefit program
• Industrywide unmatched continuing education program with unlimited access to CEU courses, national certifications, and more
• Competitive compensation with annual performance reviews

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the evaluation, plan of care, treatment, re-evaluation, discharge, and appropriate communications of high quality hand therapy services to patients and customers.
• Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment programs.
• Maintain positive level of interaction with facilities and clients. Enhance and expand client relations with facilities and their staff.
• Stay current and up to date with Occupational Therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice (RCB, clinician expertise, patient perception).

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school for occupational or physical therapy
• Hold specialty certification or licensure in hand therapy
• National registration and state licensure or registration required
• Previous,demonstrated marketing experience
• Solid experience in application of custom splinting pre and post-op orthopedic
• CPR certification
• Valid state driver’s license