Occupational Therapist – Hand Therapy & Pediatrics

Motion Physical Therapy Group

• $91K — $108K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 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 with 4,000 hours of hand therapy experience
  • Experience treating upper-extremity diagnoses, including various injuries and conditions
  • Experience treating pediatric patients and interest in pediatric occupational therapy services

Responsibilities

  • Review patient medical history and develop individualized treatment plans
  • Diagnose patients by observing movements and listening to concerns
  • Use exercises, stretching, equipment, and manual therapy to manage pain and improve mobility
  • Record patient progress and modify treatment plans as needed

Benefits

  • Up to $25K in student loan repayment support
  • Generous paid time off
  • Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance
  • 401(K) with a 4% employer match
  • Up to 40 minutes of personalized, one-on-one patient care
  • AI clinical documentation support to reduce after-hours charting
  • Structured mentorship and career development
  • Industry-leading continuing education through Evidence in Motion (EIM)
  • Multiple career pathways: clinical excellence, hybrid roles, and leadership
  • Dedicated Therapy Aides to assist with patient care
Full Job Description
Overview

Turn your passion for hand therapy into a career you love at MOTION’s Lefferts Gardens clinic in Brooklyn! Whether you’re a seasoned CHT or a licensed OT with Level II hand therapy fieldwork ready to grow, expand your skills through hands-on splinting, diverse upper-extremity care, and pediatric treatment, alongside experienced OTs and CHTs. Keep learning with MOTION’s Hand Therapy Mentorship Program, twice-weekly education, and weekly one-on-one mentorship. Join a fun, close-knit team with a welcoming neighborhood vibe, where colleagues share their knowledge, celebrate progress, and help patients of all ages get back to what they love.

 

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.
  • 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, 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 2+ years of outpatient hand therapy experience as a licensed 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.
  • Experience treating pediatric patients and a demonstrated interest in providing pediatric occupational therapy services as part of a combined hand therapy and pediatric caseload

Compensation: $91K - $108K+, with an optional higher-caseload compensation model and additional compensation for eligible certifications. Benefits include generous paid time off, medical, dental, vision, disability, and 401(K) with a 4% employer match. 

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