Position: Certified Hand Therapist
Location: North Wilmington, DE
Schedule: Per Diem, Monday through Friday. Flexible hours.
Compensation: $60-$65 per hour based on your experience.
NovaCare Rehabilitation is seeking a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) 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.
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 programNationally 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 COMTHand team meetings in each local area, virtual meetings, and training available.Opportunities to observe in physician clinics and work in contracted positions in physicians’ clinicsOpportunity for research activitiesOpportunity to develop and participate in program development for special populationsHand therapy clinics are fully equipped and provide many treatment optionsOur comprehensive benefits package supports your career growth and personal well-being:
Start Strong: Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transitionElevate Your Skills: Unmatched CEU program with paid national certificationsInvest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans as well as life and disability protectionAdvance your Career: We offer growth and specialties nationwide (aquatics, sports medicine, neuro, pelvic, concussion, hand therapy + more)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 therapyHold specialty certification or licensure in hand therapyNational registration and state licensure or registration requiredPrevious,demonstrated marketing experienceSolid experience in application of custom splinting pre and post-op orthopedic CPR certificationValid state driver’s license Additional DataEqual Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans