Certified Hand Therapist (PT or OT CHT)

Select Medical; Owings Mills (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking rehabilitation firm as a Certified Hand Therapist, where you will provide exceptional care for patients with upper extremity disorders. This role offers a chance to work within a national hand therapy program, ensuring you have access to mentorship and continuing education opportunities. You'll be responsible for evaluating and treating patients, crafting personalized treatment plans, and enhancing client relationships. With a supportive environment and a focus on professional growth, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of your patients while advancing your career in a dynamic field.

Benefits

Multiple health plans

Dental and vision insurance

Company matching 401(k)

Generous paid time off

Student debt benefit program

Continuing education program

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited occupational or physical therapy school.
• Hold specialty certification or licensure in hand therapy.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with upper extremity disorders.
• Develop individualized treatment programs and maintain client relations.

Skills

Hand Therapy

Custom Splinting

Patient Evaluation

Evidence Based Practice

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Degree in Physical Therapy

Specialty Certification in Hand Therapy

Tools

CPR Certification

Job description

Overview

Position: Certified Hand Therapist, OT or PT

Location: Owings Mills, MD 21117

Schedule: Full Time

Compensation: starting at $85,000

Incentives: Sign On Bonus Available and/or Indefinite Loan Help

NovaCare Rehabilitation in Owings Mills is seeking a full-time Certified Hand Therapist (CHT), Physical Therapist or 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 CHT’s nationwide and an additional 300 hand therapists are a part of the national hand therapy program
• Nationally supported mentorship program for therapists interested in pursuing their CHT credentials (available in most regions). Experienced therapists have the opportunity to become a mentor.
• Education Department Offers: National UE symposium, National journal club, National CHT study group, free local CEU’s, webinar training programs, additional certification course available for UE COMT
• Hand team meetings in each local area and virtual meetings and training available.
• Opportunities to observe in physician clinics and work in contracted positions in physician’s 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

Benefits and Incentives

• Multiple health plans: PPO and HSA options through BC/BS
• Dental/vision/prescription/disability/supplemental life insurance and more
• Company matching 401(k)
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and extended illness days (EID)
• Indefinite student debt benefit program
• Industrywide unmatched continuing education program with unlimited access to CEU courses, national certifications, and more
• Competitive compensation with annual performance reviews

Shanel Green

Talent Acquisition Manager Outpatient Division

NovaCare Rehabilitation

610-223-5944 Cell

[e-mail]

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

Additional Data

Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.