Outpatient Hand Therapist
About The Position
NovaCare River Hill (MD) is seeking a full-time Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) or Occupational Therapist to treat various upper extremity disorders ranging from tendon injuries, sprains, strains, post-operative fractures, and more. We are seeking a skilled hand therapist experienced in custom splinting. The Hand Therapist will collaborate with our regional hand therapy coordinator to ensure you have the resources you need for success. CHT credentials are not required for consideration. You must have at least 2-3 years of prior hand therapy experience and be comfortable working as a solo hand therapist within our Clarksville, Maryland, outpatient center. Your full-time schedule will include some evenings, and we can be flexible with this salaried 32-40-hour workweek. No weekends! Why join our nationwide team of amazing hand therapists? National hand therapy program in 32 states with more than 300 CHTs nationwide, and an additional 300 hand therapists are a part of the national hand therapy program Nationally supported mentorship program: therapists interested in pursuing their CHT credentials (available in most regions). Experienced therapists can become mentors. 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’ clinics Opportunity for research activities Opportunity to develop and participate in program development for special populations Hand therapy clinics are fully equipped and provide many treatment options Our comprehensive benefits package supports your career growth and personal well-being: Education for Growth : Unmatched CEU program with paid national certifications and paid recertification for hand therapists. Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance with separate Paid Sick Time (PST) 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 Ease the Burden : Our student loan repayment program helps alleviate the financial pressure of student debt Specialized Care : Explore different specialties like aquatics, sports medicine, neuro, pelvic health, concussion care, hand therapy, and more Advance your Career : Our Outpatient Clinical Advancement Program supports professional growth, clinical expertise with bonus incentives If you are passionate about quality patient care, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today
Requirements
- 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
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
- 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 as well as life and disability protection
- Our student loan repayment program helps alleviate the financial pressure of student debt
- Outpatient Clinical Advancement Program supports professional growth, clinical expertise with bonus incentives
- Sign-on Bonus and/ or indefinite student loan repayment help
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
