Occupational Therapist

Professional Physical Therapy • Salem, MA

12h • $95,000 - $120,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Occupational Therapist / Hand Therapist - Salem, MA
Accepting New Graduates
Outpatient • Hand & Upper Extremity Specialty • Full-Time (40 hours/week)
Base Salary: $85,000–$110,000
Total Compensation: $95,000–$120,000
(based on benefits, certifications, performance incentives, and experience)
Join a Team You’ll Want to Stay With
At Professional Physical Therapy, we don’t just hire great clinicians — we build environments where they can do their best work and continue growing their expertise. Our Back Bay clinic is home to a growing upper-extremity specialty program, offering clinicians the opportunity to treat complex cases, collaborate closely with referring physicians, and advance their skills in hand therapy.
From structured onboarding and paid national certifications to advanced clinical pathways and leadership opportunities, we invest in your journey — not just your job.
Since 1999, we’ve expanded to 250+ clinics across the Northeast through community, collaboration, and clinical excellence. Here, your growth matters. Your leadership matters. Your future matters.
Let’s build something bigger — together.

Requirements

• Active (or in-progress) state Occupational Therapist license.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
• 3–5+ years of dedicated hand therapy experience, including treatment of post-surgical, orthopedic, and upper extremity conditions.
• Demonstrated expertise in upper extremity evaluation, splint fabrication, and evidence-based treatment planning.
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to manage complex cases with a high level of autonomy.
• Excellent communication skills and commitment to patient-centered, outcomes-driven care.
• A collaborative, team-oriented mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced outpatient environment.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) strongly preferred; candidates actively pursuing CHT certification are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations focused on upper-extremity function and performance.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to restore function, reduce pain, and improve daily activity participation.
• Treat a wide range of post-surgical and complex upper-extremity conditions, including tendon repairs, fractures, ligament injuries, nerve injuries, and post-operative hand and wrist procedures.
• Deliver manual therapy and evidence-based upper-extremity interventions aligned with physician referrals and patient goals.
• Design and fabricate custom orthoses and splints for complex upper-extremity conditions.
• Educate patients on home exercise programs, activity modification, and functional strategies to support recovery.
• Collaborate closely with referring physicians, surgeons, and interdisciplinary care teams to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans to maximize outcomes.
• Maintain timely, accurate documentation in the electronic health record.
• Collaborate with clinicians and support staff to deliver exceptional patient care.
• Support and guide Occupational Therapy Assistants and aides, as applicable.
• Contribute to clinical mentorship, collaboration, and best-practice development within the team.

Benefits

• Structured onboarding and consistent mentorship.
• Industry-leading CEU program, including paid national certifications (CHT support available).
• Student loan reimbursement.
• Generous PTO
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision
• Pet insurance.
• Company-match 401(k).
• Specialty tracks including hand therapy and upper-extremity specialization.
• 250+ locations across 5 states = real opportunities for internal mobility and relocation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree