Occupational Therapist – Hand Therapy

Advance your Hand Therapy – Occupational Therapy career with a collaborative team where we’re Stronger Together – join our established Hand Therapy program, earn $86K–$108K, a sign-on bonus, $250 commuting expense, parking on-site, and Up to $25K in Student Loan Repayment!

Join an elite outpatient Hand Therapy OT team in one of the largest clinics in the Bronx, where you’ll treat a diverse, complex caseload across adult and pediatric orthopedics, while working closely with surgeons at Montefiore Medical Center and contributing to cutting-edge research in a highly specialized clinical environment. Be part of a collaborative, no-ego team of expert therapists, with opportunities to build advanced skills in hand therapy, post-operative care, and progressive treatment planning, alongside specialized pediatric OT services delivered by therapists with dedicated expertise and interest in pediatrics.

What We Offer:

• Pay down your student loans faster – up to $25K in repayment support through our student loan repayment program, paid directly to your loan servicer. Program details and offerings vary by location and role.
• Benefits include generous paid time off, medical, dental, vision, disability, and 401(K) with a 4% employer match.
• A care model designed to support quality outcomes and clinical efficiency.
• Up to 40 minutes of personalized, one-on-one patient care, allowing our therapists to deliver individualized treatment that goes beyond the industry standard.
• AI clinical documentation support, built to significantly reduce after-hours charting—so work stays at work.
• Structured mentorship and career development.
• 1-year Hand Therapy program.
• Industry-leading continuing education through Evidence in Motion (EIM), including residency, fellowship, and board certification support.
• Multiple career pathways: clinical excellence, hybrid roles, and leadership.
• Dedicated Therapy Aides to assist with patient care, empowering you to focus on delivering exceptional physical therapy outcomes.

Responsibilities

As a OT – Hand Therapist, You’ll Achieve Success By:

• Reviewing patient medical history and developing individualized treatment plans
• Diagnosing patients by observing movements and listening to concerns
• Using exercises, stretching, equipment, and manual therapy to manage pain and improve mobility
• Recording patient progress and modifying treatment plans as needed

Qualifications

Occupational Therapist – Hand Therapist Requirements: 

• Licensed Occupational Therapist (or ability to obtain in the state of practice)
• Excellent work ethic and dedication to patient success
• Basic computer skills
• CPR and first aid certification required

• Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) strongly preferred OR

  • CHT-eligible (minimum 4,000 hours of hand therapy experience and 3 years of practice), awaiting board examination, OR

  • Level II fieldwork in hand therapy, with relevant continuing education, and 1–2 years of outpatient hand therapy experience as a licensed OT, OR

  • New grads with Level II fieldwork in hand therapy with a a strong clinical interest in upper extremity rehabilitation and a commitment to pursuing advanced training and certification in hand therapy
• Experience in orthopedic hand therapy treating both adult and pediatric patients is required. 

Compensation: $86K – $108K+ inclusive of productivity incentives, with additional compensation opportunities for certifications. Benefits include generous paid time off, medical, dental, vision, disability, and 401(K) with a 4% employer match.