CPR Certification, Certified Hand Therapist (CHT), Clinical Support, Dental Insurance, Documentation, Driver's License, Federal Laws and Regulations, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), Leadership, Medical Treatment, Mentoring, Neurology, Occupational Health, Occupational Therapy, Orthopedics, Outpatient Care, Patient Care, Prescription Drugs, Set Goals, Standards of Care, State Laws and Regulations, Student Loans, Team Player, Time Management, Vision Plan
Overview
Location: NovaCare Rehabilitation - Westminster, MarylandPosition: Full-Time (or part time) Certified Hand Therapist / Occupational TherapistSpecialties: Outpatient Orthopedics
Compensation: $85,000 - $95,000Incentives: 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 GreenTalent Acquisition- Outpatient DivisionNovaCare Rehabilitation(610) 223-5944ssgreen@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
Additional Data
Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
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Select Medical Corp
Superior quality and care. Compassion and Respect. Results oriented. Teamwork. Resourcefulness. These are the core values upon which Select Medical was built. Since its founding in 1996, Select Medical has passionately focused on providing superior, patient-centered care that improves quality of life.Co-founded by Rocco Ortenzio and Robert Ortenzio, Select Medical began as a regional provider of outpatient physical rehabilitation. Contract therapy was added to the company's specialized health care offerings in 1997, and was quickly followed by the introduction of long-term acute care in 1998. In 1999, Select Medical made one of its largest acquisitions by purchasing NovaCare Physical Rehabilitation and Occupational Health. In three years, Select Medical had grown from a small start-up into a diversified health care company with a national presence. This progressive yet responsible growth was one attribute that led to the company's recognition as one of the Best Managed Companies in America by Forbes magazine.
10,000 employees or more
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