Hand Therapist

OrthoArizona; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO, holidays

Medical options

HSA contributions

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

401(k) with profit sharing

Pet Discount Plan

ID Theft Protection

Job summary

OrthoArizona is seeking a Hand Therapist to evaluate and treat patients, develop goals, and monitor progress across multiple locations in Arizona. This role involves supervising assistants, documenting outcomes, and contributing to a high standard of patient care within a large orthopedic practice.

The hand therapy position requires an accredited PT or OT program, passing the national exams, and an Arizona license with CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy program.
• Passed National Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy Examination.
• Licensed in the state of Arizona and CPR certified.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients using tests, measurements, and clinical observation.
• Develop individual patient treatment goals based on evaluation.
• Administer treatment to improve and maintain function.
• Instruct and assist patients to perform therapeutic activities.
• Supervise OT assistants, techs and aides.

Skills

Anatomy & physiology

Communication skills

EMR training

Computer literacy

Education

Accredited PT or OT program

National PT/OT exam

Arizona license

Tools

EMR software

Job description

About OrthoArizona

At OrthoArizona, we are bringing the best together. Our organization was created to help serve ALL orthopedic and podiatry needs throughout the Valley! We have a wide range of orthopedic surgeons and mid-level providers including physical and occupational therapists.

At OrthoArizona, we are bringing the best together. Our organization was created to help serve ALL orthopedic and podiatry needs throughout the Valley! We have a wide range of orthopedic surgeons and mid-level providers including physical and occupational therapists.

Today we are one of Arizona’s largest privately owned and most comprehensive orthopedic practices with more than 75 locally and nationally renowned providers across 30 locations, in addition to 2 ambulatory surgical centers and in house state of the art MRI capabilities. At OrthoArizona we are committed to best-in‑class patient care, being a pioneer in research and technology, and most importantly, rewarding and recognizing our employees.

As a Hand Therapist with OrthoArizona, you will get to:

• Review physician’s written referral to determine hand therapy treatment required.
• Evaluate patients using appropriate tests, measurements, clinical observation, and supplementary information provided by the patient.
• Develop individual patient treatment goals and activities based on evaluation of patient data and demographics.
• Administer treatment to improve and maintain function and evaluate its effects.
• Instruct, motivate, educate, and assist patients to perform various physical activities designed in the treatment plan.
• Monitor effects of treatment at various stages and adjusts treatment to achieve maximum results.
• Perform treatment involving application of physical agents, moist or heat packs, and other modalities as needed.
• Document treatment, response, and progress results onto chart and transcribes notes as required.
• Record treatment charges daily and completes charge tickets in an accurate and timely manner.
• Assist in training and orienting of new staff.
• Supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants, Techs and Aides.
• All other duties assigned.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• Working knowledge of computer programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Understand/Perform training on electronic medical records software.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy program.
• Passed National Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy Examination.
• Licensed in the state of Arizona.
• Maintain CPR certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CHT Preferred.

Full Time Benefits:

• Robust paid time off package including, sick time, holidays, & paid time off!
• Medical with multiple different plan options.
• Health Savings account + company contributions.
• Dental & Vision Insurance.
• Company paid life insurance policy + the option to purchase additional benefits to protect you from what life throws at you.
• 401(k) with a company contribution + profit sharing!
• Pet Discount Plan.
• ID Theft Protection & Legal Assistance.