Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapist

NovaCare Rehabilitation; Westminster (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Student loan assistance

Job summary

NovaCare Rehabilitation in Westminster, Maryland, is hiring a full-time Hand Therapist (OT) with outpatient orthopedic experience. A Certified Hand Therapist designation is preferred but not required. The role emphasizes custom splinting and collaboration with local and regional hand therapy clinicians.

You will treat a diverse caseload of upper-extremity conditions and enjoy mentorship, ongoing education, and a comprehensive benefits package within a nationwide hand therapy network.

Qualifications

• OT with outpatient orthopedic experience.
• Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) preferred but not required.
• Skilled in custom splinting.

Responsibilities

• Treat upper extremity conditions such as tendon injuries, sprains, and post-operative fractures.
• Collaborate with local and regional hand therapy clinicians and leaders.
• Deliver mentorship and support within the hand therapy team.

Skills

Hand therapy

Outpatient ortho

Upper extremity care

Education

Accredited OT program

OT license or eligible

CHT preferred

Tools

CHT certification

Job description

Up to $10,000 Sign-on Bonus Available

Hand Therapist (OT)

Location: NovaCare Rehabilitation - Westminster, Maryland

Position: Full-Time (or part-time) Certified Hand Therapist / Occupational Therapist

Specialties: Outpatient Orthopedics

Compensation: $85,000 - $95,000

Incentives: Up to $10,000 sign-on bonus and/or ongoing student loan assistance

NovaCare Rehabilitation in Westminster, Maryland, is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist / Hand Therapist with outpatient orthopedic experience. While a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) designation is preferred, it is not required.

We are especially seeking a therapist skilled in custom splinting. You’ll work closely with our local and regional hand therapy clinicians and leaders to ensure you have the tools, mentorship, and support needed to succeed.

Part-time positions are also available.

About The Role

You’ll treat a diverse caseload of upper extremity conditions, including:

• Tendon injuries


• Sprains and strains


• Post-operative fractures


• Other orthopedic and neurological conditions

Why Join Our Nationwide Hand Therapy Team?

• National Hand Therapy Program with 600+ hand therapists and CHTs


• Education & Development:
  
  
  
  • National Upper Extremity Symposium
  
  
  • Journal clubs and CHT study groups
  
  
  • Free in-person and online CEUs
  
  
  • Webinar training and advanced certification opportunities (e.g., CLT, UE COMT)
  
  
  
  
  • Paid CHT certification
  
  
  • Paid ongoing CHT recertification fees
  
  
  
  
  
  


• Collaboration:
  
  
  
  • Local and virtual hand therapy team meetings
  
  
  • Opportunities to contribute to specialty program development
  
  
  
  


• Fully Equipped Centers to support a wide range of treatment options

Full-Time Benefits (32+ hours/week):

• Mentorship & Orientation: Comprehensive onboarding program


• PTO & Paid Time Off: Generous PTO, paid sick time, and holiday accruals


• Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings


• Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans as well as life and disability protection


• Go Anywhere with Us: 1900 centers in 39 states, offering internal movement


• Clinical Advancement Program: Professional development and bonus incentives

• Best Practices: Maintain current knowledge of OT research and employ evidence-based practice


• Relationship Building: Develop and maintain relationships with referral sources, centers, and patients


• Collaborative Approach: Develop objective patient goals and establish the type, frequency and duration of occupational therapy in collaboration with the referring physician.


• High Standard of Care: Understand appropriate state Practice Act and adhere to the laws that govern how OTs may practice and whom they may supervise.


• Innovative Opportunities: Participate in the design and implementation of new programs or procedures with the approval of the manager and referring physicians per HIPPA guidelines.


• Leadership: Supervise OT care in compliance with state and federal regulations


• Patient Treatment: Deliver individualized treatment programs with timely, complete documentation


• Graduate of an accredited school for occupational therapy


• State Occupational Therapist license (or license eligible)


• CPR certification


• Valid state driver’s license