Certified Hand Therapist-PT or OT

Overview: **Position:** Certified Hand Therapist PT or OT**Location:** West Hartford CT**Schedule:** Monday through Friday as needed**Compensation: Hourly rate up to $70/hr based on experience** Select Physical Therapy is seeking a PRN 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 skilled hand therapist experienced in custom splinting. The Certified Hand Therapist will collaborate with our regional hand therapy coordinator to ensure you have the necessary resources for success. **Why join our nationwide team of amazing hand therapists?** * National hand therapy program in 32 states with more than 300 CHTs nationwide, and an additional 300 hand therapists are a part of the national hand therapy program * Nationally supported mentorship program: 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, and additional certification courses available for UE COMT * Hand team meetings in each local area, virtual meetings, and training available. * Opportunities to observe in physician clinics and work in contracted positions in physicians’ 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 **Our comprehensive benefits package supports your career growth and personal well\-being:*** **Start Strong**: Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition * **Elevate Your Skills**: Unmatched CEU program with paid national certifications * **Recharge \& Refresh:** Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work\-life balance * **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 * **Advance your Career**: We offer growth and specialties nationwide (aquatics, sports medicine, neuro, pelvic, concussion, hand therapy \+ more) * **Ease the Burden**: Our student debt benefit program helps alleviate the financial pressure of student debt * **Go Anywhere with Us:** 1900 centers in 39 states, offering internal movement Responsibilities: * 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 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). Qualifications: * 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 Additional Data: *Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans*