Professional Physical Therapy

Occupational Therapist

Professional Physical Therapy • $85K — $110K *
Newton, MA 02458In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Active or in-progress state Occupational Therapist license.
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy.
  • Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) strongly preferred; candidates pursuing certification encouraged to apply.
  • 3-5+ years of dedicated hand therapy experience, including post-surgical and orthopedic treatment.
  • Expertise in upper extremity evaluation, splint fabrication, and evidence-based treatment planning.
  • Strong clinical judgment for managing complex cases autonomously.
  • Excellent communication and commitment to patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations for upper-extremity function.
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to improve function and reduce pain.
  • Treat a variety of post-surgical and complex upper-extremity conditions.
  • Deliver manual therapy and interventions based on physician referrals and patient goals.
  • Design and fabricate custom orthoses and splints for complex conditions.
  • Educate patients on home exercise and recovery strategies.
  • Collaborate with physicians and care teams to ensure coordinated patient care.

Benefits

  • Accepting new graduates for mentoring opportunities.
  • Collaborative, team-oriented work environment.
  • Opportunity to work with a diverse range of conditions and patients.
  • Focus on advanced techniques such as splint fabrication and manual therapy.
  • Access to a network of interdisciplinary care professionals.
Full Job Description
Occupational Therapist / Hand Therapist - Newton, MA

Accepting New Graduates

Outpatient • Hand & Upper Extremity Specialty • Full-Time (40 hours/week)

Base Salary: $85,000-$110,000
Total Compensation: $95,000-$120,000
(based on benefits, certifications, performance incentives, and experience)

What You'll Do
  • Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy evaluations focused on upper-extremity function and performance.
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to restore function, reduce pain, and improve daily activity participation.
  • Treat a wide range of post-surgical and complex upper-extremity conditions, including tendon repairs, fractures, ligament injuries, nerve injuries, and post-operative hand and wrist procedures.
  • Deliver manual therapy and evidence-based upper-extremity interventions aligned with physician referrals and patient goals.
  • Design and fabricate custom orthoses and splints for complex upper-extremity conditions.
  • Educate patients on home exercise programs, activity modification, and functional strategies to support recovery.
  • Collaborate closely with referring physicians, surgeons, and interdisciplinary care teams to ensure coordinated patient care.
  • Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans to maximize outcomes.
  • Maintain timely, accurate documentation in the electronic health record.
  • Collaborate with clinicians and support staff to deliver exceptional patient care.
  • Support and guide Occupational Therapy Assistants and aides, as applicable.
  • Contribute to clinical mentorship, collaboration, and best-practice development within the team.
What You Bring
  • Active (or in-progress) state Occupational Therapist license.
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy.
  • Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) strongly preferred; candidates actively pursuing CHT certification are encouraged to apply.
  • 3-5+ years of dedicated hand therapy experience, including treatment of post-surgical, orthopedic, and upper extremity conditions.
  • Demonstrated expertise in upper extremity evaluation, splint fabrication, and evidence-based treatment planning.
  • Strong clinical judgment and ability to manage complex cases with a high level of autonomy.
  • Excellent communication skills and commitment to patient-centered, outcomes-driven care.
  • A collaborative, team-oriented mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced outpatient environment.


About Professional Physical Therapy

Professional Physical Therapy, PC provides physical therapy and rehabilitation services to patients in the United States. It offers physical therapy services for various conditions, including arthritis, back pain, balance disorders, carpal tunnel syndrome, fibromyalgia, foot and ankle injuries, hand injuries, headaches, joint replacement, knee injuries, neck pain, neurological disorders, occupational therapy, orthopedic injuries, osteoporosis, pediatric therapy, post-surgical rehabilitation, shoulder injuries, spine injuries, sports injuries, TMJ, and vestibular disorders. The company also provides sports medicine services, such as athletic training, concussion management, injury prevention, and performance enhancement. It serves patients through its clinics in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in Uniondale, New York.
Learn more about Professional Physical Therapy
Size
2,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Founded
1998
* Ladders Estimates

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