Travel Hand Therapist (OT) - Upper Extremity Rehab Pro

Critical Connection, Inc.; Hermiston (OR); On-site; USD 96,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) options

Travel stipends

Continuing education support

Job summary

Critical Connection, inc is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Hermiston, Oregon. The Hand Therapist will evaluate and treat upper extremity conditions, develop individualized plans, and fabricate custom orthoses.

The role requires licensed OT in the state, with CHT preferred, and 1–2 years of hand therapy experience. Outpatient/orthopedic focus, 8-hour days, 40 hours per week, travel stipend possible.

Qualifications

• Licensed OT in Oregon.
• CHT certification preferred or eligible.
• 1–2 years hand therapy/outpatient ortho experience.
• Strong knowledge of upper extremity anatomy.
• Experience with splint fabrication preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with upper extremity conditions including post-surgical cases, fractures, tendon injuries, nerve injuries, and chronic conditions
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on physician referrals and clinical findings
• Fabricate and fit custom orthoses/splints for various diagnoses
• Provide manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, and modalities to improve function and reduce pain
• Educate patients on injury prevention, home exercise programs, and recovery expectations
• Collaborate with physicians, surgeons, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with facility and regulatory standards
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed

Skills

OT

Hand therapy

Orthopedic rehab

Splint fabrication

Clinical reasoning

Education

Licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) in Oregon

Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) preferred

Job description

Critical Connection, inc is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Hermiston, Oregon. The Hand Therapist will evaluate and treat upper extremity conditions, develop individualized plans, and fabricate custom orthoses.

The role requires licensed OT in the state, with CHT preferred, and 1–2 years of hand therapy experience. Outpatient/orthopedic focus, 8-hour days, 40 hours per week, travel stipend possible.