Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapist

Overview

Position: Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapist

Location: Clarksville, TN

Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday

Compensation: $74,000 - $87,000/year (pending experience)

Incentives: $10,000 bonus and student loan payment program!

Select Physical Therapy is seeking a full-time Hand Therapist - Occupational Therapist for our outpatient orthopedic center! Although a certified hand therapist (CHT) is preferred, we are willing to consider occupational therapists with two (2) years of experience in hands (required). We have a network of hand therapists and CHTs available for support and are excited to mentor an occupational therapist aspiring to be a CHT.

Why Choose Us:

• Hand Therapy Program: Our national hand therapy program spans 32 states, with over 300 CHTs and 300 hand therapists across the country.
• Mentorship: (Available in most regions) Our nationally-supported mentorship program is for therapists interested in pursuing their CHT credentials. 
• Educational Opportunities: Take part in the National Upper Extremity (UE) symposium, national journal club, free local continuing education programs, national study group, and additional certification courses.

Our comprehensive benefits package supports your career growth and personal well-being:

• Start Strong: Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition
• Ease the Burden: Our student debt benefit program helps alleviate the financial pressure of student debt
• Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Your Health Matters: Comprehensive benefits packages
• Invest in Your Future: Company matching 401(k) retirement plans
• Go Anywhere with Us: 1900 centers in 39 states, offering internal movement

Responsibilities

• Collaboration: Supervise assistants and aides and contribute to case management.
• High Standard of Care: Stay current and up to date with occupational therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice (RCB, clinician expertise, patient perception).
• Personalized Treatment: Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment, from evaluating and creating a plan of care to treatment and discharge.
• Relationship-Building: Maintain positive level of interaction with centers and patients. Enhance and expand client relations with facilities and their staff.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate of an American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) -accredited school of occupational therapy
• Two years of experience in hand therapy
• CPR certification
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least two years of experience in the application of custom splinting pre and post-op orthopedic
• Minimum two years in adult rehabilitation; hand and splinting experience preferred

Additional Data

Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.