Occupational Therapist, Outpatient - Hand Therapy

Motion Physical Therapy Group; Brookfield (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $10K

Student loan repayment up to $25K

Competitive compensation and benefits

Hand Therapy Mentorship Program

Job summary

MOTION PT Group in Brookfield, CT, is seeking licensed occupational therapists to join a collaborative hand therapy program. This role offers a strong mentorship from a Certified Hand Therapist, a supportive clinical team, and opportunities for growth within Confluent Health.

Benefits include competitive pay, sign-on, and loan repayment. You will provide evidence-based care in a high-impact orthopedic and hand therapy setting, with a focus on patient outcomes and professional development within

Qualifications

• Licensed Occupational Therapist (or ability to obtain in the state of practice)
• Excellent work ethic and dedication to patient success
• Basic computer skills
• CPR and first aid certification required
• Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) strongly preferred OR
• CHT-eligible (minimum 4,000 hours of hand therapy experience and 3 years of practice), awaiting board examination OR
• Level II fieldwork in hand therapy, with relevant continuing education, and 1–2 years of outpatient hand therapy experience as a licensed OT, OR
• New grads with Level II fieldwork in hand therapy with a strong clinical interest in upper extremity rehabilitation and a commitment to pursuing advanced training and certification in hand therapy

Responsibilities

• Reviewing patient medical history and developing individualized treatment plans
• Diagnosing patients by observing movements and listening to concerns
• Using exercises, stretching, equipment, and manual therapy to manage pain and improve mobility
• Recording patient progress and modifying treatment plans as needed

Skills

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Excellent Work Ethic

Basic Computer Skills

Education

Licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) – CT

Job description

Overview

Advance your Hand Therapy – Occupational Therapy career with a collaborative team where we’re Stronger Together - join our established Hand Therapy program, earn $90K–$120K, Up to$10K sign-on bonus,and Up to $25K in Student Loan Repayment!

Step into a high-impact orthopedic and hand therapy clinic in Brookfield, CT, owned by Orthopedic Specialists of Connecticut and managed and staffed by MOTION PT Group (Confluent Health) through our clinical partnership. Team members are employed by MOTION PT Group and receive the support, benefits, and professional-development opportunities available across our organization. Grow through our Hand Therapy Mentorship Program with dedicated guidance and clinical support from an experienced Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) who has been with the clinic for five years. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative, supportive culture in a welcoming community near the Brookfield YMCA and local dining options.

MOTION PT Group is a proud member of the Confluent Health family. At MOTION, we are dedicated to helping our patients get back to what moves them. By joining our team, you get the best of both worlds: a local community feel and a strong clinical reputation backed by industry-leading resources, AI-tools, and professional development of Confluent Health.

• Pay down your student loans faster – up to $25K in repayment support through our student loan repayment program, paid directly to your loan servicer. Program details and offerings vary by location and role.
• Benefits include generous paid time off, medical, dental, vision, disability, and 401(K) with a 4% employer match.
• A care model designed to support quality outcomes and clinical efficiency.
• Up to 40 minutes of personalized, one-on-one patient care, allowing our therapists to deliver individualized treatment that goes beyond the industry standard.
• AI clinical documentation support, built to significantly reduce after-hours charting—so work stays at work.
• Structured mentorship and career development.
• Hand Therapy program.
• Industry-leading continuing education through Evidence in Motion (EIM), including residency, fellowship, and board certification support.
• Multiple career pathways: clinical excellence, hybrid roles, and leadership.
• Dedicated Therapy Aides to assist with patient care, empowering you to focus on delivering exceptional physical therapy outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing patient medical history and developing individualized treatment plans
• Diagnosing patients by observing movements and listening to concerns
• Using exercises, stretching, equipment, and manual therapy to manage pain and improve mobility
• Recording patient progress and modifying treatment plans as needed

Qualifications

• Licensed Occupational Therapist (or ability to obtain in the state of practice)
• Excellent work ethic and dedication to patient success
• Basic computer skills
• CPR and first aid certification required

• Certified Hand Therapist (CHT)strongly preferredOR

  • CHT-eligible(minimum4,000 hours of hand therapy experienceand3 years of practice),awaiting board examination,OR

  • Level II fieldwork in hand therapy, withrelevant continuing education, and1–2 years of outpatient hand therapy experienceas alicensed OT, OR

  • New grads with Level II fieldwork in hand therapy with a a strong clinical interest in upper extremity rehabilitation and a commitment to pursuing advanced training and certification in hand therapy

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About

Compensation: $90K - $120K+, with an optional higher-caseload compensation model and additional compensation for eligible certifications. Benefits include generous paid time off, medical, dental, vision, disability, and 401(K) with a 4% employer match.

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