Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapy

Cherry Hill Free Clinic; Brookfield (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health plans

401(k)

Student loan repayment

Professional development

Job summary

Cherry Hill Free Clinic is seeking an Occupational Therapist specializing in hand therapy to join a collaborative team in Brookfield, CT. You will develop individualized treatment plans, assess patients through movement observation and concerns, and utilize exercises, manual therapy, and equipment to improve mobility and reduce pain.

You will document progress and adjust plans, providing up to 40 minutes of personalized care per session.

Qualifications

• Licensed OT required. CPR and first aid certifications required. CHT preferred or eligible with relevant experience.
• Level II hand therapy fieldwork and outpatient experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop individualized treatment plans for hand therapy patients.
• Diagnose patients through movement observation and patient concerns.
• Apply exercises, manual therapy, and equipment to improve mobility and manage pain.
• Record progress and modify plans accordingly, providing up to 40 minutes of personalized patient care.

Skills

Patient-focused

Upper extremity rehab

Commitment to training

Education

Licensed OT

CPR certification

First aid certification

CHT preferred or eligible

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Join a collaborative Hand Therapy team as an Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapist.

In this role, you will develop individualized treatment plans, diagnose patients through movement observation and patient concerns, and use exercises, manual therapy, and equipment to improve mobility and manage pain. You will record progress and modify plans accordingly, providing up to 40 minutes of personalized patient care.

Qualifications include a licensed OT, basic computer skills, CPR and first aid certifications. Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) is strongly preferred, or candidates may be CHT-eligible with relevant experience, or have Level II hand therapy fieldwork and outpatient experience.

Key skills involve dedication to patient success, clinical interest in upper extremity rehab, and commitment to ongoing training.

Benefits encompass competitive salary ($90K–$120K+), productivity incentives, comprehensive health plans, 401(K), student loan repayment support, and professional development opportunities.

Enjoy a supportive environment with mentorship, industry-leading education, and multiple career growth pathways.