Occupational Therapist – Hand Therapy

Select Physical Therapy; Port Charlotte (FL); On-site; USD 56,826,000 - 80,934,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship toward CHT certification

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Select Physical Therapy is seeking a per diem Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapist in Port Charlotte, FL. The role involves providing high-quality hand therapy services and working alongside top hand surgeons.

Applicants should have at least 1 year of recent hand therapy experience, an accredited Occupational Therapy degree, and relevant certifications. The position offers mentorship toward CHT certification within a supportive national Hand Therapy program.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of hand therapy experience required.
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Active national registration and state licensure required.
• CPR certification and valid state driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, plan care, treat, and discharge patients effectively.
• Develop treatment plans and supervise assistants and aides.
• Enhance client relations and maintain staff interactions.
• Stay current with Occupational Therapy research.

Skills

Hand therapy experience

Evidence-based practice

Communication skills

Education

Accredited Occupational Therapy program

Tools

CPR certification

Driver's license

Job description

Position: Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapist

Location: Port Charlotte, FL

Schedule: Full Time Monday‑Friday

Compensation: $50/hr

Select Physical Therapy is hiring a per diem Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapist for our outpatient orthopedic center in Port Charlotte, FL. We treat a wide range of upper extremity conditions including tendon injuries, sprains, strains, and post‑op fractures. Splinting experience is preferred. Occupational Therapist with a minimum of 1 yr recent hand therapy experience required.

You’ll work in a well‑equipped center alongside top hand surgeons, using evidence‑based practices and individualized care plans.

We offer mentorship toward CHT certification and are part of a thriving national Hand Therapy program.

Key Responsibilities and Qualifications

• Responsible for the evaluation, plan of care, treatment, re‑evaluation, discharge, and appropriate communications of high quality hand therapy services to patients and customers.
• Develop treatment plans, supervise assistants and aides, contribute to case management, and provide quality patient care.
• Maintain positive level of interaction with facilities and clients. Enhance and expand client relations with facilities and their staff.
• Stay current and up to date with Occupational Therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice (RCB, clinician expertise, patient perception).
• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Active national registration and state licensure (required at start)
• Minimum 1 yr current hand therapy experience.
• CPR certification
• Valid state driver’s license