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

Banner Physical Therapy•Surprise, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Banner Physical Therapy is seeking a full-time Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) and 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. Skilled custom splinting is important. CHT certification is required, though 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 and be part of a large, collaborative team. The national hand therapy program includes more than 300 CHTs across 32 states, mentorship, education and training opportunities, local and virtual team meetings, physician-clinic observation opportunities, research activities, and program development opportunities. Hand therapy clinics are fully equipped and offer a range of treatment options. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, and offers a starting salary of $90,000, commensurate with experience, plus a $30,000 bonus and a $350-per-month student loan repayment program. The employer also describes mentorship and orientation, paid national certifications and continuing education, PTO, health and retirement benefits, and career advancement opportunities.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school for occupational or physical therapy.
Hold specialty certification or licensure in hand therapy; CHT certification is required, though candidates with extensive hand therapy experience who are preparing to sit for the CHT exam may be considered.
National registration and state licensure or registration 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

Extensive hand therapy experience and active preparation to sit for the CHT exam may be considered in lieu of current CHT certification.
Experience or interest in mentoring, research, program development, and specialty areas such as aquatics, sports medicine, neuro, pelvic health, or concussion care.

Responsibilities

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