Certified Hand Therapist (OT)

Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking a Certified Hand Therapist (OT) for a top Healthcare client.

This highly specialized Occupational Therapist is responsible for evaluating, planning, directing, and administering specific hand therapy treatment modalities as prescribed by a licensed physician in the inpatient and / or outpatient setting. The therapist provides age-specific direct care services to patients across the lifespan, coordinates supportive staff duties, and plays a key role in continuous performance improvement and effective resource utilization.

Job Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient condition and develop comprehensive, individualized occupational therapy (OT) treatment plans for hand and upper extremity issues.
• Direct and administer specialized OT modalities and treatments as prescribed by the licensed physician in the assigned setting (inpatient and / or outpatient).
• Coordinate, delegate, and supervise responsibilities assigned to supportive staff (e.g., COTAs or aides).
• Provide age-specific direct care services to patients across the entire lifespan, from pediatric to geriatric populations.
• Demonstrate effective resource utilization, ensuring operational stability and efficiency within the department.
• Communicate with the interdisciplinary team and assist in resolving patient care or operational problems promptly.
• Participate actively in performance improvement initiatives, program growth, and required organizational safety programs (infection control, fire safety, etc.).

Requirements

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Experience

Certifications / Licenses

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Benefits