Hand Therapy OT - Mentored Growth & CE Stipend

Spear Physical and Occupational Therapy; New York (NY); On-site; USD 88,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship programs

Future Leaders Program

CE stipend

In-house CEU opportunities

Monthly manual therapy workshops

Physician shadowing

Student loan repayment

One Medical membership

Journey Live EAP

Mental health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Spear Physical and Occupational Therapy in New York is seeking motivated OT and PT hand therapists to advance in upper-extremity rehabilitation. This role offers mentorship, advanced training, and hands-on practice to deepen expertise and grow professionally within a supportive team.

Therapists will develop individualized plans, empower patients with home programs, and collaborate with referring physicians to deliver evidence-based care for the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder.

Qualifications

• Hold a license (or be license eligible) to practice Occupational Therapy in New York.
• Completed Level II fieldwork or outpatient rotation in hand therapy or equivalent.
• If switching from another area, pursue CE coursework/certifications in upper extremity rehab.
• Aim to become a Certified Hand Therapist with team support.

Responsibilities

• Develop and progress individualized treatment plans including manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, custom orthotic fabrication, and patient education.
• Empower patients with home programs and strategies that support functional goals and recovery.
• Collaborate closely with referring physicians, surgeons, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure exceptional outcomes.

Skills

Hand therapy

Manual therapy

Clinical education

Patient education

Education

Master's or Doctorate of Occupational Therapy

New York OT license

Job description

Spear Physical and Occupational Therapy in New York is seeking motivated OT and PT hand therapists to advance in upper-extremity rehabilitation. This role offers mentorship, advanced training, and hands-on practice to deepen expertise and grow professionally within a supportive team.

Therapists will develop individualized plans, empower patients with home programs, and collaborate with referring physicians to deliver evidence-based care for the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder.