Part Time Hand Therapist

About the role

The Hand Therapist performs the duties of an OT or PT with a specific emphasis on treating and splinting hand and upper extremity injuries of the adolescent, adult and geriatric orthopedic population.

Responsibilities

• Patient visits per week must be at least 60 for a 40‑hour week; visits are prorated for actual expected hours worked.
• Additional job‑specific metrics are detailed in the Annual Performance Appraisal for this role.
• Provides hand therapy services to patients in a fast‑paced hand and orthopaedic clinic, including the fabrication of static and dynamic splints and orthotics.
• Provides evaluations, treatments, and goal setting for patients.
• Performs custom fabrication of static and dynamic splints/orthoses.
• Evaluates and documents patients' progress and adjusts programs to achieve maximum benefits.
• Consults directly with hand surgeons and other rehabilitation team members to optimize patients' care plans.
• Supervises aides and students in direct patient care and related activities.
• Participates in staff in‑services, monthly rounds and research.
• Adheres to regulatory documentation and billing requirements.
• Engages in hand therapist duties in a timely, empathetic manner with patients that maximizes patient understanding and adherence to therapy programs.
• Exemplifies the desired culture and philosophies of the organization.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and successful completion of an accredited PT or OT school required.
• Active, valid state OT/PT licensure.
• CHT preferred; OT/PT with hand experience actively working toward CHT will be considered.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience.

Skills

• Computer skills including, but not limited to, MS Office.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid time off.
• Retirement savings plans.

Pay

$33.25 to $55.00 per hour.

Schedule

2, 8‑hour shifts per week, 8 AM to 4:30 PM; Tuesday and Friday preferred but flexible.