Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) – Occupational Therapist $30K Bonus

Select Medical • Surprise, AZ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Banner Physical Therapy is seeking a full-time Certified Hand Therapist (CHT), Occupational Therapist, for its busy outpatient clinic in Surprise, Arizona. The clinic primarily treats orthopedic cases and serves patients with a wide range of diagnoses. The therapist will manage a full caseload of hand therapy patients with upper-extremity disorders, including tendon injuries, sprains, strains, and postoperative fractures. Skill in custom splinting is important. CHT certification is preferred; candidates with extensive hand therapy experience who are actively preparing to sit for the CHT exam may also be considered. The therapist will work with the regional hand therapy coordinator.

The position offers a starting salary of $90,000, commensurate with experience, plus a $30,000 bonus and a $350-per-month student loan repayment benefit. The schedule is full-time, Monday through Friday. The hand therapy program provides mentorship, educational resources, team meetings, training, fully equipped clinics, and opportunities to participate in research and program development.

The benefits package includes orientation and mentorship, paid continuing education and national certifications, paid time off, medical, prescription, health, vision and dental coverage, a company-matching 401(k), life and disability protection, student loan repayment, and a clinical advancement program with bonus incentives.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school for occupational or physical therapy.
• Hold specialty certification or licensure in hand therapy.
• National registration and state licensure or registration are required.
• Previous, demonstrated marketing experience.
• Solid experience applying custom splinting in preoperative and postoperative orthopedic care.
• CPR certification.
• Valid state driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) certification is preferred.
• Extensive hand therapy experience and active preparation to sit for the CHT exam may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and develop plans of care for hand therapy services.
• Provide treatment, re-evaluation, and discharge services.
• Communicate appropriately with patients and customers while delivering high-quality hand therapy services.
• Provide comprehensive, individualized treatment programs.
• Maintain positive interactions with facilities and clients.
• Enhance and expand client relationships with facilities and their staff.
• Stay current with occupational therapy research and use evidence-based practice, including research, clinician expertise, and patient perception.

Benefits

• $30,000 bonus.
• $350 per month in student loan repayment.
• Mentorship and orientation programs.
• Paid continuing education, national certifications, and access to educational programs.
• Paid time off.
• Medical, prescription, health, vision, and dental plan offerings.
• Company-matching 401(k) retirement plan.
• Life and disability protection.
• Outpatient Clinical Advancement Program with bonus incentives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level