Hand Therapist (Per Diem)

Rothman Orthopaedic Institute; Sewell (AL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

Rothman Orthopaedics seeks a Hand Therapist to join our Marlton/Sewell, NJ clinics. The role focuses on treating and splinting hand and upper-extremity injuries across adolescents to older adults in a fast-paced orthopedic setting.

The position requires a Masters degree, active OT/PT licensure, and 5+ years of hand therapy experience, with strong MS Office skills and the ability to work up to 50% travel. Pay ranges from $31.25 to $55.00 per hour, with flexible scheduling and per diem shifts.

Qualifications

• Masters degree and accredited PT/OT program completed.
• Active state OT/PT licensure required.
• CHT preferred; hand experience with pursuit of CHT considered.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience.
• Computer skills including MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Provide hand therapy services and fabricate static/dynamic splints.
• Conduct evaluations, treatments, and goal setting for patients.
• Supervise aides and students in direct patient care.
• Collaborate with hand surgeons and rehab team to optimize care plans.
• Ensure compliant documentation and billing.

Skills

5+ years of experience

Hand therapy

MS Office

Education

Masters degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Job Details

• Level: Experienced
• Job Location: RO Washington Township - Sewell, NJ 08080
• Position Type: Per Diem
• Education Level: Masters Degree
• Travel Percentage: Up to 50%
• Job Shift: Flexible Schedule

Job Summary

The Hand Therapist performs the duties of an OT or PT with a specific emphasis on treating and splinting hand and upper extremity injuries of the adolescent, adult and geriatric orthopedic population.

Key Accountabilities

• Patient visits per week must be at least 60 for 40 hour week.
• Visits per week are prorated by actual expected hours worked.
• Additional Job‑Specific Metrics can be found on the Annual Performance Appraisal adopted for this role.

Essential Duties

• Provides hand therapy services to patients in a fast‑paced hand and orthopaedic clinic, including the fabrication of static and dynamic splints and orthotics.
• Provides evaluations, treatments, and goal setting for patients.
• Performs custom fabrication of static and dynamic splints/orthoses.
• Evaluates and documents patients' progress and adjusts programs to achieve maximum benefits.
• Consults directly with hand surgeons and other rehabilitation team members to optimize patients' care plans.
• Supervises aides and students in direct patient care and related activities.
• Participates in staff in‑services, monthly rounds and research.
• Adheres to regulatory documentation and billing requirements.
• Engages in hand therapist duties in a timely, empathetic manner with patients that maximizes patient understanding and adherence to therapy programs.
• Exemplifies the desired culture and philosophies of the organization.

Qualifications

• Masters degree and successful completion of an accredited PT or OT school required.
• Must have active, valid state OT/PT licensure.
• CHT preferred; OT/PT with hand experience actively working towards CHT will be considered.
• 5+ years of experience minimum requirement.
• Computer skills including, but not limited to, MS Office Suite.

Locations

999 NJ-73, Marlton, NJ 08053 2

Hurffville - Cross Keys Rd, Sewell, NJ 08080

Office Hours

Monday - Friday: 7:00am - 6:00pm

Total Hours per Week:as needed

Pay Range: $31.25/hr - $55.00/hr

Our Commitment to Employees

Come work at Rothman Orthopaedics! Our employees are our single greatest asset, as such, we strive to provide a professional, nurturing environment where every member of our team can make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. This commitment to our employees has earned us the distinction as a Top Workplace in Philadelphia by the Philadelphia Inquirer year after year. Our employees enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive health and dental benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and retirement savings plans.

Rothman Orthopaedics is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to providing opportunities to all qualified applicants without regards to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We value developing an inclusive and equitable environment that strengthens our organization and allows us to better attract and retain a diverse workforce that is representative of our patients and our community. We model our values by creating and enacting practices that encourage participation from all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.