Certified Hand Therapist

Mental Health Association of Rochester; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mental Health Association of Rochester is seeking a Certified Hand Therapist (OT or PT) to provide specialized rehabilitation for hand and upper extremity conditions in an on-site clinical setting.

The role focuses on comprehensive evaluations, personalized treatment plans, and fabrication of custom orthoses, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to deliver patient-centered care and promote functional recovery.

Qualifications

• OT or PT credentials with Hand Therapist certification.
• Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning for upper extremity conditions.
• Proficiency in orthosis fabrication and patient education.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations for hand and upper extremity injuries and disorders.
• Design, implement, and progress individualized treatment plans to restore function and reduce pain.
• Fabricate and manage custom orthoses to support recovery and improve hand mechanics.
• Collaborate with surgeons, physicians, and an interdisciplinary rehabilitation team to deliver patient-centered care.
• Provide compassionate, supportive treatment aligned with patient goals.

Skills

Hand Therapist certification

Clinical assessment

Treatment planning

Orthosis fabrication

Patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Professional growth

Job description

Role: Certified Hand Therapist (OT or PT) providing specialized rehabilitation for hand and upper extremity conditions in an on-site clinical setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations for hand and upper extremity injuries and disorders.
• Design, implement, and progress individualized treatment plans to restore function and reduce pain.
• Fabricate and manage custom orthoses to support recovery and improve hand mechanics.
• Collaborate with surgeons, physicians, and an interdisciplinary rehabilitation team to deliver patient-centered care.
• Provide compassionate, supportive treatment aligned with patient goals.

Qualifications & Skills

• OT or PT credentials with certification as a Hand Therapist.
• Strong clinical assessment and treatment-planning skills for complex upper extremity conditions.
• Proficiency in orthosis fabrication and patient education.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment.
• Commitment to ongoing learning, mentorship, and professional growth.