Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapist or Certified Hand Therapist - Up To $10K Bonus Available

Select Medical•Westernport, MD

19h•$85,000•Onsite

About The Position

NovaCare Rehabilitation in Westernport Maryland, is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist / Hand Therapist to join our dynamic outpatient orthopedic and aquatics team. This is an excellent opportunity for a clinician passionate about upper extremity care and looking 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. New grads with strong clinical rotations in hand therapy are encouraged to apply. About the Role: You’ll treat a diverse caseload of upper extremity conditions, including: Tendon injuries Sprains and strains Post-operative fractures Other orthopedic and neurological conditions We are especially seeking a therapist skilled in custom splinting . You’ll work closely with our Regional Hand Therapy Coordinator to ensure you have the tools, mentorship, and support needed to succeed. Schedule: 32–40 hours/week, Monday through Friday Two evenings per week until 7:00 PM Last patient scheduled one hour before end of shift 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., UE COMT) Collaboration: Local and virtual hand therapy team meetings Opportunities to contribute to specialty program development Fully Equipped Clinics to support a wide range of treatment options

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 is preferred
prior outpatient orthopedic experience
New grads with strong clinical rotations in hand therapy are encouraged to apply
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.