Occupational Therapist – Hand Therapy

Select Physical Therapy; Punta Gorda (FL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Student loan repayment

Job summary

Select Physical Therapy in Punta Gorda, FL seeks an Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapist to join our outpatient orthopedic center. You will evaluate and treat upper-extremity conditions, develop plans of care, and discharge patients with evidence-based hand therapy.

Candidates should have Hand Therapy experience, Level 2 rotation or 1 year hand therapy experience, current OT license, CPR, and a valid driver’s license; mentorship toward CHT certification is offered.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program
• Active national registration and state licensure (required at start)
• Minimum 1 yr current hand therapy experience
• In lieu of experience, OT with Hand Rotation Level 2
• CPR certification
• Valid state driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, plan of care, treatment, re-evaluation, discharge, and 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 interactions with facilities and clients; expand client relations with facilities and their staff.

Skills

Hand therapy experience

Splinting experience

CPR certification

Driver's license

OT licensure

Education

Accredited OT program

Job description

Position: Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapist
Location: Punta Gorda, FL
Schedule: Monday-Friday,
Compensation: Starting at $80,000+/yr. Starting salary based on experience
Incentives: $20,000 sign-on bonus + $350/month student loan repayment
Select Physical Therapy is hiring a full-time Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapist for our outpatient orthopedic center in Punta Gorda, 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 Level 2 and 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.

• 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. In leiu of experience, OT with Hand Rotation Level 2
• CPR certification
• Valid state driver’s license