Hand Therapist - Occupational Therapist (CHT / OT)

Nealy Pierce, LLC; California; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist passionate about hands and upper extremities. This role emphasizes patient education and a commitment to excellence in care. Ideal candidates will have a strong desire to obtain their CHT and will thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment. With a focus on serving patients and helping them understand their conditions, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on individuals' recovery journeys. Join a supportive team that values your growth and commitment to patient care.

Benefits

Sign-On / Relocation Bonus

Loan Forgiveness Program

4% Retirement Match

Paid Time Off (PTO) = 3 weeks

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate in Occupational Therapy required.
• CHT preferred or on track to pursue.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centered care focusing on hands and upper extremities.
• Educate patients on their injuries and treatment processes.

Skills

Communication Skills

Patient Education

Servant Leadership

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Occupational Therapy

Master's in Occupational Therapy

Doctorate in Occupational Therapy

Tools

Custom Splinting

Modalities Certificate

Hand Therapy Certificate

Job description

Highlights/Benefits:

• Hand Clinic for a Non-Profit Hospital
• Majority Hands and Orthopedic Caseload
• Train under 2 CHT's with 2 Hand Surgeons in-building and others in the area providing consistent caseload
• 4-10's schedule
• Average 10 Patients / Day
• 1 hour Evals, 45-min tx, all 1:1 Patient Care
• $15,000 Sign-On / Relocation Bonus
• Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
• 4% Retirement Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) = 3 weeks

About the Position:

This Occupational Therapist will have a passion for Hands and Upper Extremities and will have a strong desire to get their CHT in the near future. Our ideal candidate will possess the heart of a servant leader with a passion for patient-centered care. We are not looking for an individual who is just looking for their next "job" but someone who wants to invest in a career to help patients understand what has happened to their bodies through their injury/condition. Education of the patient is the number one priority in helping them realize how their body will react to treatment and therapy.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Masters or Doctorate of Occupational Therapy from an accredited program
• Looking for qualified and experienced Hand Therapists
• CHT Preferred, or on track to pursue
• Training in Splinting (Custom Splinting) is Preferred
• Must obtain Modalities Certificate and Hand Therapy Certificate upon hire
• Excellent communication skills across all levels
• Take pride in their work, and pursue excellence
• Collaborative, team focused personality
• Servant leader mindset