Certified Hand Therapist – Outpatient Hospital

Prime Healthcare; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Outpatient focus

Job summary

Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital in Chicago, IL is seeking a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) for a full-time hand therapy role in a 100% outpatient setting. The position emphasizes advanced clinical competency, mentoring colleagues, and close collaboration with a hand surgeon.

The role operates in a busy hospital environment with day shifts and rotating holidays/weekends as needed. Required qualifications include a Bachelor or Master in OT or PT, current state license, BCLS, and CHT certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master Degree in Occupational Therapy or Physical Therapy.
• Current state Occupational Therapy or Physical Therapy certification/license.
• Current BCLS (AHA) certificate.
• Current state license.
• Current Hand Therapist Certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat upper quarter conditions (hand, wrist, elbow, shoulder girdle, cervical area or multiple joints).
• Develop and progress plan of care to restore function and improve daily living skills.
• Collaborate with physicians and hospital team including a hand surgeon to optimize patient outcomes.

Skills

Hand Therapy

CHT (Certified Hand Therapist)

Outpatient care

Education

Bachelor or Master in Occupational Therapy or Physical Therapy

Job description

Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital in Chicago, IL is seeking a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) for a full-time hand therapy role in a 100% outpatient setting. The position emphasizes advanced clinical competency, mentoring colleagues, and close collaboration with a hand surgeon.

The role operates in a busy hospital environment with day shifts and rotating holidays/weekends as needed. Required qualifications include a Bachelor or Master in OT or PT, current state license, BCLS, and CHT certification.