Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) – Occupational Therapist – $15K Bonus

Banner Physical Therapy; Surprise (AZ); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$15K Bonus

$350/month Student Loan Repayment

Generous PTO

401(k) matching

Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Surprise, AZ is seeking a full-time Certified Hand Therapist to manage a caseload primarily of orthopedic patients. The role involves evaluating patient needs and providing custom splinting treatments. Ideal candidates will hold necessary certifications in hand therapy and possess experience in patient care. This position offers a competitive salary starting at $80,000, along with a $15K bonus and a robust benefits package including a student loan repayment program.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited occupational or physical therapy program.
• Hold a specialty certification or licensure in hand therapy.
• Valid national and state registration required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, plan, treat, re-evaluate, and discharge patients.
• Provide personalized treatment programs.
• Maintain positive interactions with clients and facilities.

Skills

Custom splinting

Patient care

Occupational Therapy research

Client relations

Education

Graduate of an accredited school for occupational or physical therapy

Specialty certification or licensure in hand therapy

CPR certification

Valid state driver’s license

Job description

Position

Certified Hand Therapist - Occupational Therapist

Location

13951 W. Grand Ave Unit 201. Surprise AZ 85374

Incentives

$15K Bonus and $350/month Student Loan Repayment

Schedule

Full-Time, Monday - Friday

Compensation

Salaried, starting at $80,000 and up, commensurate with experience PLUS Bonus and Student Loan Repayment Program

Join our team in Surprise, AZ! This busy outpatient clinic primarily treats orthopedic cases and serves a wide range of patients and diagnoses. We have a large, collaborative team with diverse experience and treatment approaches. We are seeking a skilled therapist to join our hand therapy team and manage a full caseload of hand therapy patients.

Banner Physical Therapy is seeking a full‑time Certified Hand Therapist (CHT), 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.

Why join our nationwide team of amazing hand therapists?

• National hand therapy program in 32 states with more than 300 CHTs 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 mentors.
• Education Department offers: National UE Symposium, National Journal Club, National CHT Study Group, free local CEUs, webinar training programs, and additional certification courses available for UE COMT
• Hand team meetings in each local area, virtual meetings, and training available.
• Opportunities to observe in physician clinics and work in contracted positions in physicians’ 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

Our comprehensive benefits package supports your career growth and personal well‑being:

• Start Strong: Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition
• Education for Growth: Unmatched CEU program with paid national certifications
• Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work‑life balance
• Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings
• Invest in Your Future: Company‑matching 401(k) retirement plans as well as life and disability protection
• Ease the Burden: Our student loan repayment program helps alleviate the financial pressure of student debt
• Specialized Care: Explore different specialties like aquatics, sports medicine, neuro, pelvic health, concussion care, hand therapy, and more
• Advance your Career: Our Outpatient Clinical Advancement Program supports professional growth, clinical expertise with bonus incentives

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