Occupational Therapist - Hand TherapistSelect Medical Holdings
Job Summary
Overview
Up to $10,000 Sign-on Bonus Available
Hand Therapist (OT)
Location: NovaCare Rehabilitation – Westminster, Maryland
Position: Full-Time (or part-time) Certified Hand Therapist / Occupational Therapist
Specialties: Outpatient Orthopedics
Compensation: $85,000 - $95,000
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 with outpatient orthopedic experience. While a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) designation is preferred, it is not required .
We are especially seeking a therapist skilled in custom splinting . You’ll work closely with our local and regional hand therapy clinicians and leaders to ensure you have the tools, mentorship, and support needed to succeed.
Part-time positions are also available.
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
Why Join Our Nationwide Hand Therapy Team?
National Hand Therapy Program with 600+ 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., CLT, UE COMT)
Paid CHT certification
Paid ongoing CHT recertification fees
Collaboration:
Local and virtual hand therapy team meetings
Opportunities to contribute to specialty program development
Fully Equipped Centers to support a wide range of treatment options
Full-Time Benefits (32+ hours/week):
Mentorship & Orientation: Comprehensive onboarding program
PTO & Paid Time Off: Generous PTO, paid sick time, and holiday accruals
Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings
Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans as well as life and disability protection
Go Anywhere with Us: 1900 centers in 39 states, offering internal movement
Clinical Advancement Program: Professional development and bonus incentives
Interested? Let’s connect!
Shanel Green
Talent Acquisition– Outpatient Division
NovaCare Rehabilitation
(610) 223-5944
Responsibilities
Best Practices: Maintain current knowledge of OT research and employ evidence-based practice
Relationship Building: Develop and maintain relationships with referral sources, 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 OT care in compliance with state and federal regulations
Patient Treatment: Deliver individualized treatment programs with timely, complete documentation
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
Location : Location US-MD-Westminster
Job ID 387057
Position Type Full Time or Part Time
Experience (Years) 1
Category Hand Therapy
Company NovaCare Rehabilitation
Min USD $85,000.00/Yr.
Max USD $95,000.00/Yr.








