Hand Therapy Physical Therapist — Growth & Mentorship

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance (employer-paid)

Sign-on assistance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) with profit-sharing

Employee ownership opportunities

CEU support and MedBridge membership

Mentorship for new graduates

Job summary

Vantage Health Partners is seeking a Hand Therapy Physical Therapist in Cathedral City, CA for a full-time, on-site role. You will evaluate and treat hand and upper-extremity conditions, develop evidence-based plans, and guide patients through home exercise programs to restore function.

The position offers comprehensive benefits, mentorship for new graduates, and opportunities to advance into leadership. Priority given to candidates with strong documentation and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Master's or DPT in Physical Therapy required.
• Active California Physical Therapist license required.
• Experience in hand and upper-extremity rehabilitation or strong interest in developing this specialty.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Preferred: Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of hand, wrist, and upper-extremity conditions.
• Develop and implement evidence-based, individualized treatment plans.
• Deliver therapeutic interventions to restore strength, range of motion, and function.
• Provide orthopedic and musculoskeletal assessment and treatment for outpatient patients.
• Educate patients and caregivers on conditions and self-management strategies.
• Design and progress home exercise programs to support recovery between visits.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation.
• Collaborate with referring physicians, surgeons, and interdisciplinary care team members.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust plans to optimize outcomes.
• Participate in continuing education and stay current with best practices in hand therapy.

Skills

Hand therapy expertise

Clinical documentation

Patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master's or DPT in Physical Therapy

Job description

Vantage Health Partners is seeking a Hand Therapy Physical Therapist in Cathedral City, CA for a full-time, on-site role. You will evaluate and treat hand and upper-extremity conditions, develop evidence-based plans, and guide patients through home exercise programs to restore function.

The position offers comprehensive benefits, mentorship for new graduates, and opportunities to advance into leadership. Priority given to candidates with strong documentation and teamwork skills.