Certified Hand Therapist-PT or OT

Position: Certified Hand Therapist (CHT)

Location: Norwich, CT

Schedule: Monday through Friday (PRN and part‑time available)

Compensation: Salary up to $100k based on experience

Incentives: Sign‑on bonus up to $10k and student debt program

Select Physical Therapy is seeking a full‑time Certified Hand Therapist (CHT), Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist to treat various upper extremity disorders ranging from tendon injuries, sprains, strains, post‑operative fractures, and more. We are seeking a hand therapist who is skilled in custom splinting. The Certified Hand Therapist will work with our regional hand therapy coordinator to ensure you have what you need for success.

• National hand therapy program in 32 states with more than 300 CHTs nationwide and an additional 300 hand therapists part of the program.
• Nationally supported mentorship program for therapists interested in pursuing their CHT credentials (available in most regions). Experienced therapists have the opportunity to become mentors.
• Education Department offers:
  National UE symposium, National journal club, National CHT study group, free local CEUs, webinar training programs, additional certification course available for UE COMT.
• Hand team meetings in each local area and virtual meetings and training available.
• Opportunities to observe in physician clinics and work in contracted positions in physician’s clinics.
• Opportunity for research activities.
• Opportunity to develop and participate in program development for special populations.
• Hand therapy clinics are fully equipped and provide many treatment options.

• Multiple health plans: PPO and HSA options through BC/BS.
• Dental, vision, prescription, disability, supplemental life insurance and more.
• Company matching 401(k).
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and extended illness days (EID).
• Indefinite student debt benefit program.
• Industry‑wide unmatched continuing education program with unlimited access to CEU courses, national certifications, and more.
• Competitive compensation with annual performance reviews.

• Responsible for the evaluation, plan of care, treatment, re‑evaluation, discharge, and appropriate communications of high quality hand therapy services to patients and customers.
• Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment programs.
• Maintain a positive level of interaction with facilities and clients. Enhance and expand client relations with facilities and their staff.
• Stay current and up to date with Occupational Therapy research and employ evidence‑based practice (RCB, clinician expertise, patient perception).

• Graduate of an accredited school for occupational or physical therapy.
• Hold specialty certification or licensure in hand therapy.
• National registration and state licensure or registration required.
• Previous, demonstrated marketing experience.
• Solid experience in application of custom splinting pre and post‑op orthopedic.
• CPR certification.
• Valid state driver’s license.