Occupational Therapist - Certified Hand Therapist
Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy
- Location
- San Antonio, TX
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Oct 19
- 3 days ago
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About the company
Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy
Hospital & health care ยท 201 to 500 employees
With 14+ locations in the San Antonio area and growing, we've become a trusted leader in physical therapy. We're proud to be an 11-time Express-News Top Workplaces Award winner, recognized for our exceptional culture, supportive environment, and commitment to our team.
What you'll do
- ๐ผ The Role: Occupational Therapist (OT) / Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) Are you a passionate, patient-centered Occupational Therapist with an interest in hand therapy and upper extremity rehabilitation? Momentum Physical Therapy is seeking a motivated and collaborative Occupational Therapist (OT) / Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) to join our growing team in San Antonio, TX! This is an exciting opportunity to work in a supportive outpatient environment, treating patients with a variety of hand, wrist, elbow, and upper extremity conditions. Whether you're already a Certified Hand Therapist or working toward certification, we offer opportunities to continue developing your clinical skills and advancing your career. ๐ What You'll Do:
- Evaluate and treat patients with hand, wrist, elbow, and upper extremity conditions.
- Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, coordination, and functional independence.
- Provide therapeutic interventions, including manual therapy, therapeutic exercises, splinting, and functional rehabilitation.
- Educate patients on treatment plans, home exercise programs, and strategies to support long-term recovery.
- Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation.
- Collaborate with physicians, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality patient care.
- Contribute to a positive, supportive, and patient-centered clinic environment.
What you need
- โญ What You Bring
- Current Texas Occupational Therapist (OT) license required.
- Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) certification preferred, or actively working toward certification.
- Minimum of 1โ2 years of experience in hand therapy, upper extremity rehabilitation, or outpatient orthopedics preferred.
- Current CPR/BLS certification.
- Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Passion for helping patients regain independence and improve their quality of life.
- Commitment to continued learning, professional development, and teamwork.
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Perks
- 401(k) with employer match
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discounts
- Continuing education allowance
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