Hand Therapy OT – Upper Extremity, Flexible Schedule & Bonuses

Physical Rehabilitation Network (PRN); San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student loan repayment up to $25,000

Monthly incentives up to $2,500

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Physical Rehabilitation Network (PRN) is seeking an Occupational Therapist focused on hand therapy/upper extremity at our San Diego–area outpatient clinics. New graduates are welcome; part-time or full-time schedules available, with competitive compensation and incentives.

The role emphasizes evaluation, plan development, and delivery of OT services to improve daily living skills and upper-extremity function. A supportive team environment with growth opportunities awaits.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Valid state licensure as an Occupational Therapist.
• Previous experience in a clinical or rehabilitation setting is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, critical thinking, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to determine patients' functional abilities, limitations, and goals.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for holistic care.
• Administer occupational therapy treatments including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, ADL training, and adaptive equipment provision based on individual needs of each patient.
• Educate patients and their families on therapeutic techniques, home exercises, and adaptive strategies to maximize independence.
• Regularly reassess patients' progress and modify treatment plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient evaluations, progress reports, and treatment plans according to regulatory standards.
• Communicate effectively with other healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, and rehabilitation team members, to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Adhere to ethical, legal, and professional standards, maintaining confidentiality and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
• Meet the needs of having patient execute Plan of Care including but not limited to following up with patients if noncompliance occurs.
• Be a team player to utilize nonclinical staff to support needs of the caseload (IE play nice with aides and PSRs that help support the staff).
• Delegate to COTA when applicable
• Drive a collaborative culture based on our service vision
• Adapt to change in patient schedules and daily patterns
• Keep updated on advancements in occupational therapy techniques, technologies, and best practices, integrating them into clinical practice as appropriate

Skills

Empathy & teamwork

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration in a clinical team

Education

Master's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy

Valid state OT licensure

Job description

Physical Rehabilitation Network (PRN) is seeking an Occupational Therapist focused on hand therapy/upper extremity at our San Diego–area outpatient clinics. New graduates are welcome; part-time or full-time schedules available, with competitive compensation and incentives.

The role emphasizes evaluation, plan development, and delivery of OT services to improve daily living skills and upper-extremity function. A supportive team environment with growth opportunities awaits.