Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapy

About the role

Advance your Hand Therapy – Occupational Therapy career with a collaborative team where we’re Stronger Together. Join our established Hand Therapy Mentorship program, earn $87K–$108K, a sign‑on bonus, and up to $25K in student loan repayment. Work across our Forest Hills and Astoria clinics, treating a diverse upper‑extremity caseload in energetic, collaborative outpatient environments equipped for custom splinting and advanced hand rehabilitation. You will work alongside experienced OTs and CHTs while receiving weekly education, one‑on‑one mentorship, and access to MOTION’s Hand Therapy Mentorship Program—whether you are already certified or ready to deepen your specialty expertise.

MOTION PT Group is a proud member of the Confluent Health family, dedicated to helping patients get back to what moves them.

Responsibilities

• Review patient medical history and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Diagnose patients by observing movements and listening to concerns.
• Use exercises, stretching, equipment, and manual therapy to manage pain and improve mobility.
• Record patient progress and modify treatment plans as needed.

Qualifications

• Licensed Occupational Therapist (or ability to obtain licensure in the state of practice).
• Excellent work ethic and dedication to patient success.
• Basic computer skills.
• CPR and first aid certification required.
• Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) strongly preferred or ORCHT‑eligible (minimum 4,000 hours of hand therapy experience and 3 years of practice), awaiting board examination.
• Level II fieldwork in hand therapy, relevant continuing education, and 2+ years of outpatient hand therapy experience as a licensed OT; no new graduates.
• Experience treating upper‑extremity diagnoses including repetitive strain injuries, arthritic conditions, nerve injuries, ligament and tendon injuries, post‑surgical conditions, fractures, sprains, strains, and nerve/tendon transfers and repairs.
• Experience with splinting and orthotic fabrication preferred.

Compensation

$87,000 – $108,000+ inclusive of productivity incentives, with additional compensation opportunities for certifications.

Benefits

• Student loan repayment support up to $25,000, paid directly to your loan servicer (program details vary by location and role).
• Generous paid time off.
• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with a 4% employer match.
• AI‑driven clinical documentation support to reduce after‑hours charting.
• Structured mentorship and career development, including Hand Therapy Mentorship program.
• Industry‑leading continuing education through Evidence in Motion (EIM), including residency, fellowship, and board certification support.
• Multiple career pathways: clinical excellence, hybrid roles, and leadership.
• Dedicated therapy aides to assist with patient care.

Schedule

Workdays are split between two locations: three days per week at 96‑16 Metropolitan Avenue, Forest Hills, NY, and two days per week at 23‑22 30th Avenue, Astoria, NY.