Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapist
About The Position
NovaCare Rehabilitation in Westminster, Maryland, is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist / Hand Therapist with outpatient orthopedic experience. While a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) designation is preferred, it is not required. 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. Part-time positions are also available. You’ll treat a diverse caseload of upper extremity conditions, including tendon injuries, sprains and strains, post-operative fractures, and other orthopedic and neurological conditions.
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
- Skilled in custom splinting
- Outpatient orthopedic experience
Responsibilities
- Maintain current knowledge of OT research and employ evidence-based practice
- Develop and maintain relationships with referral sources, 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 OT care in compliance with state and federal regulations
- Deliver individualized treatment programs with timely, complete documentation
Benefits
- Up to $10,000 Sign-on Bonus Available
- Ongoing student loan assistance
- 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
- Comprehensive onboarding program
- Generous PTO, paid sick time, and holiday accruals
- Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings
- Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans
- Life and disability protection
- Internal movement opportunities across 1900 centers in 39 states
- Professional development and bonus incentives through Clinical Advancement Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
