Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapist

NovaCare Rehabilitation•Westminster, MD

33d•$85,000•Onsite

About The Position

NovaCare Rehabilitation in Westminster, Maryland, is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist / Hand Therapist to join our dynamic outpatient team. This is an excellent opportunity for a clinician passionate about upper-extremity care and eager to grow within a supportive, collaborative environment. While a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) designation is preferred, it is not required. Candidates must have prior outpatient orthopedic experience. We are especially seeking a therapist skilled in custom splinting. You’ll work closely with our local and regional hand therapy clinicians and leaders to ensure you have the tools, mentorship, and support needed to succeed. You’ll treat a diverse caseload of upper extremity conditions, including: Tendon injuries Sprains and strains Post-operative fractures Other orthopedic and neurological conditions Why Join Our Nationwide Hand Therapy Team? National Hand Therapy Program with over 600 active hand therapists and CHTs Education & Development: National Upper Extremity Symposium Journal clubs and CHT study groups Free in-person and online CEUs Webinar training and advanced certification opportunities (e.g., CLT, UE COMT) Paid CHT certification Paid ongoing CHT recertification fees Collaboration: Local and virtual hand therapy team meetings Opportunities to contribute to specialty program development Fully Equipped Centers to support a wide range of treatment options Full-Time Benefits (32+ hours/week): Start Strong: Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance with separate paid sick time and holiday accruals. Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans as well as life and disability protection Go Anywhere with Us: 1900 centers in 39 states, offering internal movement Advance your Career: Our Outpatient Clinical Advancement Program supports professional growth and clinical expertise with bonus incentives

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school for occupational therapy
State Occupational Therapist license (or license eligible)
CPR certification
Valid state driver’s license

Nice To Haves

Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) designation
prior outpatient orthopedic experience
therapist skilled in custom splinting

Responsibilities

Stay current and up to date with Occupational Therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice (RCB, clinician expertise, patient perception).
Enhance, develop and expand relationships with referral sources and maintain a positive level of interaction with centers and patients.
Develop objective patient goals and establish the type, frequency and duration of occupational therapy in collaboration with the referring physician.
Understand appropriate state Practice Act and adhere to the laws that govern how OTs may practice and whom they may supervise.
Participate in the design and implementation of new programs or procedures with the approval of the manager and referring physicians per HIPPA guidelines.
Supervise and delegate occupational therapy care for each patient within the guidelines of state rules and federal regulations.
Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment programs and demonstrate completion of patient care responsibilities and documentation requirements in an appropriate and timely manner.

Benefits

Up to $10,000 sign-on bonus and/or ongoing student loan assistance
National Hand Therapy Program with over 600 active hand therapists and CHTs
National Upper Extremity Symposium
Journal clubs and CHT study groups
Free in-person and online CEUs
Webinar training and advanced certification opportunities (e.g., CLT, UE COMT)
Paid CHT certification
Paid ongoing CHT recertification fees
Local and virtual hand therapy team meetings
Opportunities to contribute to specialty program development
Fully Equipped Centers to support a wide range of treatment options
Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance with separate paid sick time and holiday accruals.
Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings
Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans as well as life and disability protection
1900 centers in 39 states, offering internal movement
Outpatient Clinical Advancement Program supports professional growth and clinical expertise with bonus incentives