Outpatient Hand Therapist

Select Medical•Clarksville, MD

23h•Onsite

About The Position

NovaCare in Clarksville, Maryland is seeking a full-time Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) or Occupational Therapist to treat upper extremity disorders. This role involves managing conditions such as tendon injuries, sprains, strains, and post-operative fractures. The ideal candidate will be experienced in custom splinting and will collaborate with the regional hand therapy coordinator. CHT credentials are not mandatory for consideration. A minimum of 2-3 years of prior hand therapy experience is required, along with comfort working independently as a solo hand therapist in an outpatient setting. The full-time schedule includes some evenings, with flexibility offered for the 32-40 hour workweek. No weekend work is required.

Requirements

At least 2-3 years of prior hand therapy experience.
Comfortable working as a solo hand therapist.
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.

Nice To Haves

CHT credentials are not required for consideration.

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).

Benefits

Bonus up to $20,000 available.
Indefinite student loan repayment help.
Nationally supported mentorship program for therapists interested in pursuing their CHT credentials.
Education Department offers: 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 in each local area, virtual meetings, and training available.
Opportunities to observe in physician clinics and work in contracted positions in physicians’ offices.
Opportunity for research activities.
Opportunity to develop and participate in program development for special populations.
Unmatched CEU program with paid national certifications and paid recertification for hand therapists.
Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance with separate Paid Sick Time (PST) and holiday accruals.
Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings.
Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans.
Life and disability protection.
Student loan repayment program.
Outpatient Clinical Advancement Program supports professional growth and clinical expertise with bonus incentives.