Hand Therapy Physical Therapist

Vantage Health Partners; Indio (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employer-contribution health plan

Employer-paid life insurance

401(k) with profit-sharing

Generous paid time off

Paid holidays

Continuing education (CEUs)

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Vantage Health Partners in Indio, CA is seeking a Hand Therapy Physical Therapist to join our on-site team. You will evaluate and treat hand and upper-extremity conditions, develop individualized plans, and collaborate with physicians to restore function.

We offer mentorship for new grads, leadership development for experienced clinicians, and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) with profit-sharing, generous PTO, paid holidays,

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree.
• Active California Physical Therapist license.
• Experience in hand and upper-extremity rehabilitation, or a strong interest in developing this specialty.
• Proficiency in orthopedic and musculoskeletal evaluation and treatment.
• Ability to apply evidence-based principles to treatment planning.
• Strong clinical documentation skills.
• Excellent communication and patient education abilities.
• Preferred: Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) credential (not required).
• Preferred: Outpatient orthopedic experience and proficiency in patient education and home exercise program design.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with hand, wrist, and upper-extremity injuries and conditions
• Develop evidence-based, individualized treatment plans to meet patient goals
• Perform orthopedic and musculoskeletal assessments and functional testing
• Provide therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and modalities as clinically indicated
• Educate patients and caregivers on injury management, precautions, and self-care
• Design and progress home exercise programs to support recovery between visits
• Document evaluations, progress notes, and outcomes accurately and in a timely manner
• Collaborate with referring physicians, surgeons, and other healthcare providers
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment strategies based on outcomes
• Maintain compliance with clinical standards, regulatory requirements, and practice policies
• Participate in continuing education to stay current with hand therapy best practices

Skills

Excellent communication

Clinical documentation

Evidence-based practice

Education

Master's or DPT

Job description

Description

We are seeking a Hand Therapy Physical Therapist to join our team in Indio, CA. This full-time, on-site position offers the opportunity to provide specialized hand and upper-extremity rehabilitation within a private outpatient practice. The role is well suited to a professional clinician committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to patients with orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions.

As a Hand Therapy Physical Therapist, you will evaluate and treat patients with hand, wrist, and upper-extremity injuries and conditions, developing individualized treatment plans that support functional recovery and return to daily activities and work. You will work weekdays in a collaborative clinical environment, emphasizing patient education, home exercise programs, and thorough clinical documentation.

We offer a competitive salary range of $80,000 - $110,000 per year based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, a 401(k) with profit-sharing, generous paid time off, paid holidays, and continuing education support with in-house CEUs. Sign-on assistance is available, and new graduates benefit from structured mentorship, while experienced clinicians can pursue leadership and clinic director development.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with hand, wrist, and upper-extremity injuries and conditions
• Develop evidence-based, individualized treatment plans to meet patient goals
• Perform orthopedic and musculoskeletal assessments and functional testing
• Provide therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and modalities as clinically indicated
• Educate patients and caregivers on injury management, precautions, and self-care
• Design and progress home exercise programs to support recovery between visits
• Document evaluations, progress notes, and outcomes accurately and in a timely manner
• Collaborate with referring physicians, surgeons, and other healthcare providers
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment strategies based on outcomes
• Maintain compliance with clinical standards, regulatory requirements, and practice policies
• Participate in continuing education to stay current with hand therapy best practices

Requirements

• Master's or Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree
• Active California Physical Therapist license
• Experience in hand and upper-extremity rehabilitation, or a strong interest in developing this specialty
• Proficiency in orthopedic and musculoskeletal evaluation and treatment
• Ability to apply evidence-based principles to treatment planning
• Strong clinical documentation skills
• Excellent communication and patient education abilities
• Preferred: Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) credential (not required)
• Preferred: Outpatient orthopedic experience and proficiency in patient education and home exercise program design