Hand Therapy CHT/OT/PT

St. Elizabeth HealthCare; Kentucky; On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health coverage within first 30 days

PTO and flexible schedules

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Wellness programs

Job summary

St. Elizabeth Healthcare is seeking a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) with hand experience for our Crestview Hills Hand Therapy Center.

The role focuses on advanced, evidence-based care for complex upper-extremity conditions and integrates treatment plans with the broader therapeutic team. The ideal candidate has licensure in the performing state, a minimum of three years in Hand Therapy, and a track record of clinical leadership and program development.

Qualifications

• Valid licensure in the state where work is performed.
• Minimum of one year National Certification.
• At least 3 years of practice in Hand Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced hand therapy for complex upper-extremity injuries.
• Coordinate patient care and serve as liaison among physicians, staff and therapy personnel.
• Develop and grow specialized hand therapy programs and outreach initiatives.
• Participate in departmental planning, policy development and quality improvement.

Skills

Clinical excellence

Team collaboration

Education

B.S./MS/DPT Physical Therapy

B.S./MS/ DOT Occupational Therapy

Job description

741 Centre View Blvd Crestview Hills, Kentucky

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Job Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

20

Why You’ll Love Working with St. Elizabeth Healthcare

At St. Elizabeth Healthcare, every role supports our mission to provide comprehensive and compassionate care to the communities we serve. For more than 160 years, St. Elizabeth Healthcare has been a trusted provider of quality care across Kentucky, Indiana, and Ohio. We’re guided by our mission to improve the health of the communities we serve and by our values of excellence, integrity, compassion, and teamwork. Our associates are the heart of everything we do.

Benefits That Support You

We invest in you — personally and professionally.

Enjoy:

• Competitive pay and comprehensive health coverage within the first 30 days.
• Generous paid time off and flexible work schedules
• Retirement savings with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Wellness, mental health, and recognition programs
• Career advancement through mentorship and internal mobility

Job Summary:

St. Elizabeth Healthcare is hiring a CHT/OT/PT w/ Hand Experience at our Crestview Hills location.

Job Description:

The Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) provides advanced clinical care for patients with complex upper extremity injuries and conditions, integrating evidence-based practice to develop and implement individualized treatment plans that optimize functional outcomes. This role serves as a clinical resource within the Hand Therapy Center, supporting daily operations, coordinating patient care activities, and acting as a liaison between physicians, support staff, and therapy personnel. The CHT contributes to the development and growth of specialized hand therapy programs, supports marketing and outreach initiatives, and provides recommendations for program enhancement and service expansion. Additional responsibilities include participating in departmental planning, policy and protocol development, quality improvement initiatives, outcomes measurement, staff education, and orientation of new team members, students, and volunteers. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong clinical expertise, leadership skills, and a commitment to delivering exceptional patient-centered care while fostering continuous improvement throughout the therapy program.

Education, Credentials, Licenses:

B.S., M.S. or DPT in Physical Therapy, or B.S. or M.S. or D.O.T. in Occupational Therapy. Licensed or eligible for licensure in the state where work is being performed.

Specialized Knowledge:

Certified Hand Therapist by the Hand Therapy Certification Commission (has successfully passed HTCC exam and maintains certification Knowledge of Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy anticipated outcomes.

Kind and Length of Experience:

A minimum of one year National Certification. At least 3 years of practice in Hand Therapy.

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

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