Occupational Therapist-Hand Therapist Non CHT

Position: Occupational Therapist - Outpatient and Hand Therapist

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Schedule: Per Diem, Monday through Friday

Compensation: Hourly rate is $55-$60/hr based on your experience. 

OT/CHT or Occupational Therapist with at least a Level II Fieldwork experience in Hand Therapy. We are looking for a dynamic per diem occupational therapist that has experience with treating a hand/elbow case load and a desire to sit for the CHT exam when qualified. For the right and interested candidate, this position has the potential to evolve into full time permanent at which time you can be eligible to join our successful mentoring program for obtaining your CHT certification. Once a mentee, you will be paired with a CHT mentor and will have access to such resources as an UE Journal Club and CHT Study Group. Our hand therapists have free access to the Journals of Hand Therapy and Hand Surgery as well as many others. Select Medical’s Continuing Education Department is second-to-none and hosts an annual UE Symposium in addition to live courses, virtual Master Classes, and recorded instructional videos to suit every learning style. Apply today and learn more about the benefits of joining our team!

Why Choose Us:

• Hand Therapy Program: Our national hand therapy program spans 32 states, with over 300 CHTs and 300 hand therapists across the country.
• Mentorship: (Available in most regions) Our nationally-supported mentorship program is for therapists interested in pursuing their CHT credentials. 
• Educational Opportunities: Take part in the National Upper Extremity (UE) symposium, national journal club, free local continuing education programs, national study group, and additional certification courses.

Our comprehensive benefits package supports your career growth and personal well-being:

• Start Strong: Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition
• Invest in Your Future: Company matching 401(k) retirement plans
• Go Anywhere with Us: 1900 centers in 39 states, offering internal movement

• Collaboration: Supervise assistants and aides and contribute to case management.
• High Standard of Care: Stay current and up to date with occupational therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice (RCB, clinician expertise, patient perception).
• Personalized Treatment: Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment, from evaluating and creating a plan of care to treatment and discharge.
• Relationship-Building: Maintain positive level of interaction with centers and patients. Enhance and expand client relations with facilities and their staff.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate of an American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) -accredited school of occupational therapy
• CPR certified
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least two years of experience in the application of custom splinting pre and post-op orthopedic
• Minimum two years in adult rehabilitation; hand and splinting experience preferred

Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.