Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapist
US-MD-Westminster
CCC
Req #: 362546
Type: Full Time or Part Time
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Overview: Position: Full-Time (or part time) Certified Hand Therapist / Occupational Therapist Specialties: Outpatient Orthopedics Location: NovaCare Rehabilitation - Westminster, Maryland Compensation: $85,000 - $95,000 Incentives: Up to $10,000 sign-on bonus and/or ongoing student loan assistance NovaCare Rehabilitation in Westminster, Maryland, is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist / Hand Therapist to join our dynamic outpatient team. This is an excellent opportunity for a clinician passionate about upper-extremity care and eager 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. We are especially seeking a therapist skilled in custom splinting. You'll work closely with our local and regional hand therapy clinicians and leaders to ensure you have the tools, mentorship, and support needed to succeed. We can consider a hand therapist open for steady part-time hours as well. 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 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., CLT, UE COMT) * Paid CHT certification * Paid ongoing CHT recertification fees * Collaboration: * Local and virtual hand therapy team meetings * Opportunities to contribute to specialty program development * Fully Equipped Centers to support a wide range of treatment options Full-Time Benefits (32+ hours/week): * Start Strong: Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition * Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance with separate paid sick time 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 * Go Anywhere with Us: 1900 centers in 39 states, offering internal movement * Advance your Career: Our Outpatient Clinical Advancement Program supports professional growth and clinical expertise with bonus incentives Interested? Let's connect! Shanel Green Talent Acquisition- Outpatient Division NovaCare Rehabilitation (610) 223-5944 ssgreen@selectmedical.com Responsibilities: * Best Practices: Stay current and up to date with Occupational Therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice (RCB, clinician expertise, patient perception). * Build Relationships: Enhance, develop and expand relationships with referral sources and maintain a positive level of interaction with centers and patients. * Collaborative Approach: Develop objective patient goals and establish the type, frequency and duration of occupational therapy in collaboration with the referring physician. * High Standard of Care: Understand appropriate state Practice Act and adhere to the laws that govern how OTs may practice and whom they may supervise. * Innovative Opportunities: Participate in the design and implementation of new programs or procedures with the approval of the manager and referring physicians per HIPPA guidelines. * Leadership: Supervise and delegate occupational therapy care for each patient within the guidelines of state rules and federal regulations. * Personalized Treatment: Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment programs and demonstrate completion of patient care responsibilities and documentation requirements in an appropriate and timely manner. * Qualifications: * Graduate of an accredited school for occupational therapy * State Occupational Therapist license (or license eligible) * CPR certification * Valid state driver's license
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