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

Banner Physical Therapy•Surprise, AZ

5d•$90,000•Onsite

About The Position

Banner Physical Therapy is seeking a full-time Certified Hand Therapist (CHT), Occupational Therapist, to treat various upper extremity disorders ranging from tendon injuries, sprains, strains, post-operative fractures, and more. This busy outpatient clinic primarily treats orthopedic cases and serves a wide range of patients and diagnoses. We have a large, collaborative team with diverse experience and treatment approaches. We are seeking a skilled therapist to join our hand therapy team and manage a full caseload of hand therapy patients. The Certified Hand Therapist will work with our regional hand therapy coordinator to ensure you have what you need for success. We offer a nationwide hand therapy program in 32 states with more than 300 CHTs nationwide and an additional 300 hand therapists are a part of the national hand therapy program. We also provide a nationally supported mentorship program for therapists interested in pursuing their CHT credentials and opportunities for experienced therapists to become mentors. Our Education Department offers a National UE Symposium, National Journal Club, National CHT Study Group, free local CEUs, webinar training programs, and additional certification courses available for UE COMT. Hand team meetings are held in each local area, with virtual meetings and training available. There are opportunities to observe in physician clinics and work in contracted positions in physicians’ clinics, as well as opportunities for research activities and program development for special populations. Hand therapy clinics are fully equipped and provide many treatment options.

Requirements

CHT Required
Skilled in custom splinting
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 required
Previous, demonstrated marketing experience
Solid experience in application of custom splinting pre and post-op orthopedic
CPR certification
Valid state driver’s license

Responsibilities

Responsible for the evaluation, plan of care, treatment, re-evaluation, discharge, and appropriate communications of high quality hand therapy services to patients and customers.
Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment programs.
Maintain positive level of interaction with facilities and clients. Enhance and expand client relations with facilities and their staff.
Stay current and up to date with Occupational Therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice (RCB, clinician expertise, patient perception).