Occupational Therapist, Outpatient – Hand Therapy and Pediatrics

Confluent Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 91,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student loan repayment

Paid time off

Medical insurance

401(k) with match

AI documentation support

Job summary

MOTION PT Group in Brooklyn, NY, is seeking an experienced Licensed Occupational Therapist with hand therapy credentials to join our Hand Therapy Mentorship program. This role offers exposure to upper-extremity care, pediatric treatment, mentorship, and a collaborative team in a welcoming neighborhood clinic.

You will provide hands-on splinting, develop individualized treatment plans, and leverage AI documentation support to maintain work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Licensed OT in state of practice; CHT preferred or eligible.
• CPR and first aid certification required.
• 2+ years outpatient hand therapy experience.
• Experience with pediatric hand therapy desired; no new grads.

Responsibilities

• Review patient history and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Diagnose patients by observing movements and listening to concerns.
• Use exercises, stretching, equipment, and manual therapy to improve mobility and manage pain.
• Record progress and modify treatment plans as needed.

Skills

Excellent work ethic

Basic computer skills

CPR and first aid

Education

Licensed Occupational Therapist

CHT preferred or eligible

Level II hand therapy fieldwork

Job description

Overview

Advance your Hand Therapy – Occupational Therapy career with a collaborative team where we’re Stronger Together - join our established Hand Therapy Mentorship program, earn $91K–$108K, Up to $10K sign-on bonus, and Up to $25K in Student Loan Repayment!

Turn your passion for hand therapy into a career you love at MOTION’s Lefferts Gardens clinic in Brooklyn! Whether you’re a seasoned CHT or a licensed OT with Level II hand therapy fieldwork ready to grow, expand your skills through hands-on splinting, diverse upper-extremity care, and pediatric treatment, alongside experienced OTs and CHTs. Keep learning with MOTION’s Hand Therapy Mentorship Program, twice-weekly education, and weekly one-on-one mentorship. Join a fun, close-knit team with a welcoming neighborhood vibe, where colleagues share their knowledge, celebrate progress, and help patients of all ages get back to what they love.

MOTION PT Group is a proud member of the Confluent Healthfamily. 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 Mentorship 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, and 2+ years of outpatient hand therapy experienceas alicensed OT; NO New Grads

• Experience treating upper-extremity (UE) diagnoses, including repetitive strain injuries, arthritic conditions, nerve injuries, ligament and tendon injuries, post-surgical conditions, fractures, sprains and strains, and nerve and tendon transfers and repairs. Experience with splinting and orthotic fabrication preferred.

• Experience treating pediatric patients and a demonstrated interest in providing pediatric occupational therapy services as part of a combined hand therapy and pediatric caseload

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About

Compensation: $91K - $108K+, 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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