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Emerson Hospital

Certified Hand Therapist

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 8 weeks ago

Location: Concord, MA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/30/2026

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What they do

An Occupational Therapist helps patients with injuries, illnesses, and disabilities recover, improve, or develop skills needed for everyday activities. Assists people with mobility impairments to move easily around their homes; develops school and workplace settings that are accessible for individuals with physical or mental disabilities. May specialize in certain types of impairments or certain categories of patients.

$96,104 / year median in Massachusetts

+3% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Cheift OT, the Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) is an occupational therapist who has a minimum of five years of clinical experience, including 4,000 hours or more in direct practice in hand therapy. In addition, the Certified Hand Therapist has successfully passed a comprehensive test of advanced clinical skills and theory in upper quarter rehabilitation. The clinical practice position requires an advanced understanding of hand/UE anatomy, research principles, and treatment techniques. Responsibilities include assessment, planning, treatment, and ongoing evaluation of the provision of care for a diverse hand/UE patient population. The CHT provides patients and family education and support. The scope of hand therapy services for patients and families includes all phases of care including prevention, assessment, rehabilitation, and education/caregiver training. The CHT works effectively on a multidisciplinary team.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited Occupational Therapy program required.

Experience:

5 years as a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) Licensure and/or

Certification:

Current license to practice Occupational Therapy in Massachusetts required. Certified Hand Therapist by Hand Therapy Certification Commission (HTCC) Preferred Certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). BLS healthcare provider required.

Skills:

Excellent customer service skills. Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English. Computer skills required. Ability to maintain confidential information.