Occupational Therapist

Overview

Position: Full-Time Certified Hand Therapist / Occupational Therapist

Specialties: Outpatient Orthopedics & Assisted Living Facility

Location: NovaCare Rehabilitation - Westernport, Maryland

Compensation: Starting at $85,000

Incentives: 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 orthopedic and aquatics team. This is an excellent opportunity for a clinician passionate about upper extremity care and looking 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.

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

We are especially seeking a therapist skilled in custom splinting . You'll work closely with our Regional Hand Therapy Coordinator to ensure you have the tools, mentorship, and support needed to succeed.

Schedule:

• 32-40 hours/week, Monday through Friday

• Two evenings per week until 7:00 PM

• Last patient scheduled one hour before end of shift

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., UE COMT)

• Collaboration:

• Local and virtual hand therapy team meetings

• Opportunities to contribute to specialty program development

• Fully Equipped Clinics to support a wide range of treatment options

Full-Time Benefits (32+ hours/week):

• Multiple affordable health plan options (PPO & HSA through BC/BS)

• Company-matching 401(k)

• Generous PTO, paid holidays, and paid sick time

• Employee discounts on entertainment, mobile services, pet insurance, and more

Interested? Let's connect

Shanel Green

Talent Acquisition- Outpatient Division

NovaCare Rehabilitation

(610) 223-5944

ssgreen@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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Job ID 347789

Experience (Years) 1

Category Occupational Therapy

Street Address 41 Magna Way, Suite 140

Min USD $85,000.00/Yr.

Max USD $95,000.00/Yr.