Certified Hand Therapist - Hand & Upper-Extremity Rehab Lead

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

Job summary

Norman Regional Health System is seeking a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) to lead specialized hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder rehab. The role emphasizes patient evaluation, custom splinting, and recovery plan development in a busy outpatient setting.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in upper-extremity rehab, holds a current PT or OT license, and is a CHT certified professional with CPR/BLS. Collaboration with hand surgeons and therapists will be essential for comprehensive patient care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• DPT or DOT is preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited OT program.
• 3+ years in upper-extremity rehab/outpatient therapy.
• CHT credential and CPR/BLS current required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and establish care plans for hand/UE conditions.
• Provide custom splinting and orthotic fabrication.
• Supervise OT assistants, students, and support staff.
• Collaborate with hand surgeons, physicians, and other therapists on care plans.
• Document OT/PT services and patient outcomes.

Skills

Upper-extremity rehab

Clinical decision making

Mentoring staff

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree

DPT or DOT preferred

OT program graduate

Job description

Norman Regional Health System is seeking a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) to lead specialized hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder rehab. The role emphasizes patient evaluation, custom splinting, and recovery plan development in a busy outpatient setting.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in upper-extremity rehab, holds a current PT or OT license, and is a CHT certified professional with CPR/BLS. Collaboration with hand surgeons and therapists will be essential for comprehensive patient care.