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Occupational Therapist-Hand Therapist (Non CHT)

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Bala Cynwyd, PAFull-time$88–100K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$88–100K/yr
Location
Bala Cynwyd, PA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

CPR Certification, requiredValid Driver's License, required

Job overview

NovaCare Rehabilitation seeks an occupational therapist to lead its Occupational Therapy department in Bala Cynwyd. The role treats patients across the lifespan and offers the opportunity to develop a specialty program. The employer ideally seeks a Certified Hand Therapist with leadership experience, while also welcoming clinicians with strong clinical skills, leadership potential, and interest in professional growth. Mentorship and educational opportunities are available.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Occupational Therapy, nice to haveEvidence-Based Practice, nice to haveCustom Splinting, nice to haveAdult Rehabilitation, nice to haveHand Therapy, nice to haveLeadership, nice to have

Qualifications

AOTA-Accredited Occupational Therapy Program, requiredCPR Certification, requiredValid Driver's License, requiredTwo Years Custom Splinting Experience, nice to haveTwo Years Adult Rehabilitation Experience, nice to haveCertified Hand Therapist, nice to haveLeadership Experience, nice to have

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Overview

Position: Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapist

Location: Bala Cynwyd, PA

Schedule: Full-time 5 days per week, Monday through Saturday

Compensation: $88k-$100K/year based on your experience.

NovaCare Rehabilitation is seeking an exceptional Occupational Therapist to lead our Occupational Therapy department. We are ideally looking for a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) with leadership experience; however, we are equally excited to invest in the right clinician who demonstrates strong clinical skills, leadership potential, and a passion for professional growth. Our clinic offers a dynamic, collaborative, and fun environment where you will work alongside a highly experienced team of 9 Physical Therapists and 1 Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA). We pride ourselves on fostering a culture of teamwork, mentorship, and clinical excellence. Clinicians at our center enjoy treating a diverse patient population across the lifespan, including: Pediatrics through geriatrics Post-operative rehabilitation Sports-related injuries Neurological conditions Orthopedic diagnoses Upper extremity and hand injuries Custom splint fabrication and management This is an outstanding opportunity for an Occupational Therapist looking to make a meaningful impact, develop a specialty program, and help shape the future of occupational therapy services within a growing, patient-centered practice. Whether you are an experienced hand therapist or an ambitious clinician ready to take the next step in your career, we are committed to supporting your professional development and helping you achieve your goals. Join a team that values clinical excellence, collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to delivering exceptional patient care every day. At NovaCare Bala Cynwyd, you'll have the opportunity to lead, grow, and make a lasting difference in the lives of your patients and colleagues alike.

Why Choose Us:

  • Hand Therapy Program: Our national hand therapy program spans 32 states, with over 300 CHTs and 300 hand therapists across the country.

  • Mentorship: (Available in most regions) Our nationally supported mentorship program is for therapists interested in pursuing their CHT credentials.

  • Educational Opportunities: Take part in the National Upper Extremity (UE) symposium, national journal club, free local continuing education programs, national study group, and additional certification courses.

Our comprehensive benefits package supports your career growth and personal well-being:

  • Start Strong : Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition

  • Education for Growth :Unmatched CEU program with paid national certifications

  • Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance

  • 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

  • Advance your Career : Our Outpatient Clinical Advancement Program supports professional growth and clinical expertise, with bonus incentives

Responsibilities

  • Collaboration: Supervise assistants and aides and contribute to case management.

  • High Standard of Care: Stay current and up to date with occupational therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice (RCB,clinician expertise, patient perception).

  • Personalized Treatment: Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment, from evaluating and creating a plan of care to treatment and discharge.

  • Relationship-Building: Maintain positive level of interaction with centers and patients. Enhance and expand client relations with facilities and their staff.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Graduate of an American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) -accredited school of occupational therapy

  • CPR certification

  • Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications:

  • At least two years of experience in the application of custom splinting pre and post-op orthopedic

  • Minimum two years in adult rehabilitation; hand and splinting experience preferred

Additional Data

Go Anywhere with Us! 1900 centers in 39 states offering internal movement

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans

Location : Location US-PA-Bala Cynwyd

Job ID 390674

Position Type Full Time

Experience (Years) 1

Category Hand Therapy

Company NovaCare Rehabilitation

Min USD $88,000.00/Yr.

Max USD $100,000.00/Yr.

How this job compares

Set against the 4,959 open Occupational Therapist jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 11, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$88–100K/yr
  • US median$85–118K/yr925 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $94K, is 7% below the US median midpoint ($101K) — in the middle half of Occupational Therapist salary ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 179 open Occupational Therapist jobs in Pennsylvania and 4,959 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Pennsylvania
Experience
Occupational Therapist postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 2 years (1,330 postings).
Education
1,858 of the 4,959 open Occupational Therapist jobs (37%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 11, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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