Certified Hand Therapist (OT or PT)

Top Echelon Software, LLC; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 83,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health insurance

Employer contribution

PTO 120 hours

Holidays

401(k) match

CE allowance

License renewal

Wellness benefits

Leadership opportunities

Job summary

Top Echelon Software, LLC is seeking a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) to join our outpatient hand therapy practice in Salem, Oregon. This full-time role offers a Monday–Friday schedule and close collaboration with hand surgeons in a supportive team environment.

Ideal candidates hold a CHT credential, OT or PT licensure (Oregon or eligible), and 2+ years of clinical experience, with opportunities for professional growth and leadership as the department expands.

Qualifications

• Active CHT credential required
• Licensed OT or PT, or eligible for Oregon licensure
• Master's or doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy or qualifying Physical Therapy degree
• 2+ years of relevant clinical experience preferred
• Comfortable practicing independently
• Strong communication, clinical reasoning, and patient care skills

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized, one-on-one hand therapy services
• Evaluate and treat patients with upper extremity injuries and conditions
• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans
• Collaborate with hand surgeons and other healthcare professionals
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation using NextTech
• Work independently while contributing to a collaborative team

Job description

Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) – OT or PT

Location: Salem, Oregon
Position: Full-Time | Monday–Friday
Compensation: $60-$68/hour ($124,000 - $141,440 annually)
Sign-On Bonus

Benefits & Perks

• Sign-on bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• $570/month employer contribution toward health insurance
• 120 hours of PTO annually: 80 hours vacation + 40 hours sick leave
• 6 paid holidays, with floating holidays when applicable
• 401(k) with up to 4% employer match
• $2,500 continuing education allowance
• Professional license renewal assistance
• Medispa and wellness benefits
• Potential leadership and management opportunities

About the Opportunity

This is a chance to join an established, highly regarded outpatient hand therapy practice in Salem, Oregon, seeking a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) to join its team.

This opportunity offers the chance to work closely with hand surgeons in a collaborative, patient-centered environment with strong referral demand. The team is small, supportive, and close-knit, with opportunities for professional growth and potential future leadership.

Position Responsibilities

• Provide individualized, one-on-one hand therapy services.
• Evaluate and treat patients with upper extremity injuries and conditions.
• Develop and implement personalized treatment plans.
• Collaborate with hand surgeons and other healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation using NextTech.
• Work independently while contributing to a collaborative team

Schedule & Caseload

• Monday–Friday, full-time, consistent schedule
• Typically 11–12 patients daily
• Individual treatment sessions generally lasting 30–60 minutes
• Administrative and documentation time incorporated into the workday

Qualifications

• Active Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) credential required
• Licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) or Physical Therapist (PT), or eligible for Oregon licensure
• Master's or doctoral degree in Occupational Therapy or qualifying Physical Therapy degree
• 2+ years of relevant clinical experience preferred
• Comfortable practicing independently
• Strong communication, clinical reasoning, and patient care skills

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is an excellent opportunity for a CHT seeking a stable, established practice with strong patient demand, direct collaboration with hand surgeons, and a supportive team environment. The practice also offers potential future leadership opportunities as the department continues to grow.