Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) PT/OT

J. Morrissey & Company; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Mentorship for professional growth

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

J. Morrissey & Company, Inc. is seeking a Physical or Occupational Therapist (PT/OT) – Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) for a full-time role in Florida. Responsibilities include evaluating and designing individualized therapy plans for patients recovering from hand, wrist, and upper extremity injuries. The ideal candidate will hold an active Florida PT or OT license and have a strong knowledge of rehabilitation techniques. This position offers competitive compensation, flexible scheduling, and a collaborative clinic environment.

Qualifications

• Active Florida PT or OT license required.
• Must be a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) or pursuing the certification.
• Strong knowledge and experience in hand rehabilitation is needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized outpatient care for upper extremity injuries.
• Evaluate functional limitations and design therapy plans.
• Educate patients and maintain clinic safety.

Skills

Active Florida Physical Therapist (PT) or Occupational Therapist (OT) license

Strong knowledge of hand, wrist, and upper extremity rehabilitation

Excellent patient assessment and documentation skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

CPR/BLS certification or ability to obtain

Education

Graduate of an accredited PT or OT program

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Title: Physical or Occupational Therapist (PT/OT) – Certified Hand Therapist (CHT)

Location: Confidential (Central & North Central Florida)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Flexible outpatient schedule; discussed during screening

Qualifications

• Active Florida Physical Therapist (PT) or Occupational Therapist (OT) license
• Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) credential or interest in pursuing certification
• Graduate of an accredited PT or OT program (BSPT/MPT/DPT for PTs, BSOT/MOT/OTD for OTs)
• Strong knowledge of hand, wrist, and upper extremity rehabilitation, including post-surgical and orthopedic conditions
• Excellent patient assessment, documentation, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a multidisciplinary outpatient team
• CPR/BLS certification (or ability to obtain)

Preferred

• Experience in outpatient hand, orthopedic, or post-surgical rehabilitation
• Experience with manual therapy, splinting, or adaptive equipment
• Experience using EMR systems
• Experience with aquatic therapy or lymphedema management

About the Role

As a Physical or Occupational Therapist – Certified Hand Therapist, you will provide specialized outpatient care for patients recovering from hand, wrist, and upper extremity injuries or surgeries. You will evaluate functional limitations, design individualized therapy plans, and deliver hands‑on interventions including manual therapy, splinting, and functional rehabilitation.

Therapy Services Offered

• Orthopedic and post-surgical hand/wrist/upper extremity rehabilitation
• Manual therapy and splint fabrication
• Aquatic therapy to enhance mobility and functional recovery
• Lymphedema management for upper extremities as needed
• Pelvic health therapy referrals (optional)

Why Join This Team

• Full-time, stable outpatient position with flexible scheduling
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Mentorship and support for professional growth, including CHT certification guidance
• Diverse caseload focusing on upper extremity rehabilitation
• Patient-centered, collaborative clinic culture
• Multiple openings across Central and North Central Florida

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive hand and upper extremity evaluations including strength, ROM, functional use, and post-surgical recovery
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans including therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, splinting, and ADL/fine motor training
• Track patient progress and document accurately in EMR systems
• Educate patients and families on home programs, injury prevention, and long-term hand health
• Collaborate with physicians, PTs, OTs, and other interdisciplinary team members
• Maintain a safe, organized, and professional outpatient clinic environment