Certified Hand Therapist

Certified Hand Therapist

At Northeast Rehabilitation Hospital Network (NRHN), our services and programs are guided by our Service Pledge and core values of Honesty, Integrity, Responsibility, Trust, and Respect. Through collaboration with patients, families, and colleagues, we support a safe, respectful, and healing environment grounded in patient- and family-centered care and evidence-based practice.

NRHN is committed to maintaining an atmosphere that promotes healing, recovery, and wellness. Our care philosophy is guided by the following core principles:

• Dignity and Respect
• Information Sharing
• Participation
• Collaboration

The Certified Hand Therapist is responsible for performing assigned duties in accordance with NRHN policies, procedures, and standards of care while supporting the organization's mission, values, and commitment to quality outcomes.

Essential Responsibilities

• The Certified Hand Therapist performs the duties of an experienced Occupational Therapist with specific emphasis on hand and upper extremity injuries, including treatment of pediatric, adult and geriatric clients, demonstrating excellence in skills and professionalism.
• CHT acts as clinical resource for all clinical staff regarding upper extremity diagnosis. CHT's are actively involved in the growth, development and quality management of the Hand Therapy Program and Northeast Rehabilitation Hospital and are active participants in supervising and mentoring OT's, COTA's, Aides and students.
• CHT's have a strong working relationship with referring surgeons and understand the immediate needs /concerns of post-surgical and trauma patients, demonstrating flexible and time management to prioritize and meet the needs of hand therapy patients to ensure positive outcomes.

Qualifications

• Meets qualifications of CHT with a current certification from HTCC.
• Licensed in the state of facility site of hire (either NH or MA) and eligible for licensure in an alternate state. Per Diems only need to be licensed in the state in which they will work.
• Exhibits ability to communicate effectively through oral presentation and written documentation.
• Exceptional knowledge and application of evidence-based treatment principles.
• Constructive problem-solving and emotional maturity.
• Must work a minimum of two evenings per week unless approved by the Senior Director of Outpatient Therapy Services.
• Trained and certified biannually in BLS Healthcare provider level CPR.

To Maintain:

• Meet majority of job criteria.
• Maintain records of continuing education for renewal of CHT every 5 years through HTCC.

Compensation & Benefits

Northeast Rehabilitation Hospital Network offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package for qualified employees, which may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employer match, tuition reimbursement, and access to additional local and national employee discounts.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Northeast Rehabilitation Hospital Network is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability.