Certified Hand Therapist: Advanced UE Rehab & Orthotics

Norman Regional; Springer (OK); On-site; USD 50,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Norman Regional Health System is seeking a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) to provide specialized rehabilitation for the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder in an outpatient setting. You will evaluate patients, develop recovery plans, and supervise therapy staff while collaborating with surgeons and physicians.

The role emphasizes orthotic fabrication, wound care, scar management, and return-to-work rehab as part of multidisciplinary care. A PT or OT license and CHT credential are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Doctor of Physical Therapy or Doctor of Occupational Therapy preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• 3+ years of upper-extremity rehab experience in outpatient therapy.
• Current state PT or OT license; CHT credential; CPR/BLS.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing assessments and establish plan of care.
• Provide therapeutic interventions for hand, wrist, elbow and shoulder rehab.
• Document delivery of Occupational Therapy services.
• Directs and supervises Occupational Therapy Assistants, students and staff.
• Design and fabricate custom orthoses and splints; educate on wear and care.
• Coordinate post-surgical and injury rehab with interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Upper-extremity rehab

Orthotic fabrication

Clinical documentation

Mentoring staff

Education

Bachelor's degree

DPT or DOT preferred

Accredited OT program graduate

Job description

Norman Regional Health System is seeking a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) to provide specialized rehabilitation for the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder in an outpatient setting. You will evaluate patients, develop recovery plans, and supervise therapy staff while collaborating with surgeons and physicians.

The role emphasizes orthotic fabrication, wound care, scar management, and return-to-work rehab as part of multidisciplinary care. A PT or OT license and CHT credential are required.