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 Mentorship program, earn $87K–$108K, a sign-on bonus, and Up to $25K in Student LoanRepayment!

Build your Hand Therapy career across our Forest Hills and Astoria clinics, treating a diverse upper-extremity caseload in energetic, collaborative outpatient environments equipped for custom splinting and advanced hand rehabilitation. Work alongside experienced OTs and CHTs while receiving weekly education, one-on-one mentorship, and access to MOTIONs Hand Therapy Mentorship Program– whether you are already certified or ready to deepen your specialty expertise. Join a fun, close-knit team where your clinical growth is supported, and your work makes a meaningful difference every day.

Job Location: Workdays will be split between the following locations:

• 3 days per week: 96-16 Metropolitan Avenue, Forest Hills, NY
• 2 days per week: 23-22 30th Avenue, Astoria, NY

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 chartingso work stays at work.
• Structured mentorship and career development.
• Hand Therapy Mentorship 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 an OT – Hand Therapist, Youll 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 preferredOR

  • CHT-eligible(minimum4,000 hours of hand therapy experienceand3 years of practice)awaiting board examination,OR

  • Level II fieldwork in hand therapy, withrelevant continuing education, and 2+ years of outpatient hand therapy experienceas alicensed OT; NO New Grads

• Experience treating upper-extremity (UE) diagnoses, including repetitive strain injuries, arthritic conditions, nerve injuries, ligament and tendon injuries, post-surgical conditions, fractures, sprains and strains, and nerve and tendon transfers and repairs. Experience with splinting and orthotic fabrication preferred.

Compensation: $87K – $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.