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Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapist - BONUS Available
Company : Select Medical
Location : Bowie, MD, 20715
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 13 January 2026
Overview
Position: Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapist - Certified Hand Therapist (OT CHT)
Specialties: Outpatient Orthopedics, Upper Limb/ Extremity, and Neuro
Location: NovaCare in Bowie, MD
Schedule: Full Time (40hrs.)
Salary: Starting at $80,000
NovaCare Rehabilitation in Bowie, MD is seeking a passionate and skilled Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our dynamic outpatient team. This is a great opportunity for a therapist who enjoys working with upper extremity (UE) cases and is committed to delivering high-quality patient care.
We are ideally looking for a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) or an OT with at least three years of experience in upper extremity rehabilitation. However, we are also open to considering new graduates who have completed Level II fieldwork in hand therapy and demonstrate strong clinical potential.
Position Highlights:
- Primary caseload: Upper extremity and hand therapy, including shoulder conditions and select neurodiagnoses.
- Team environment: You’ll work alongside a multidisciplinary team of Physical Therapists (PTs) and Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs).
- Solo OT role: You’ll be the only OT onsite, supported by a local network of experienced hand therapists.
- Flexible caseload: We tailor your caseload based on your experience, skillset, and professional goals.
- Schedule: Full-time begins at 32 hours/week, with a preference for a 40-hour schedule. No weekends required.
Professional Growth & Support:
- If you're working toward your CHT certification, we offer:
- Access to continuing education courses
- Test preparation resources
- Reimbursement for CHT exam fees
Why Join Us: (benefits for full-time at 32+ hours/week)
- Start Strong: Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition
- Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance with separate accrual for paid sick time (PST), and holidays.
- Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan with multiple offerings available
- Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans as well as life and disability protection
- Elevate Your Skills: Unmatched CEU program with limitless access to CEU courses, study groups, national certifications (CHT, COMT-UL, etc.), and more. CHT certification (and recertification) is paid.
- Go Anywhere with Us: 1900 centers in 39 states, offering internal movement
Shanel Green
NovaCare Rehabilitation
610-223-5944 Cell
ssgreen@selectmedical.com
Responsibilities
- Best Practices: Stay current and up to date with Occupational Therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice (RCB, clinician expertise, patient perception).
- Build Relationships: Enhance, develop and expand relationships with referral sources and maintain a positive level of interaction with centers and patients.
- Collaborative Approach: Develop objective patient goals and establish the type, frequency and duration of occupational therapy in collaboration with the referring physician.
- High Standard of Care: Understand appropriate state Practice Act and adhere to the laws that govern how OTs may practice and whom they may supervise.
- Innovative Opportunities: Participate in the design and implementation of new programs or procedures with the approval of the manager and referring physicians per HIPPA guidelines.
- Leadership: Supervise and delegate occupational therapy care for each patient within the guidelines of state rules and federal regulations.
- Personalized Treatment: Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment programs and demonstrate completion of patient care responsibilities and documentation requirements in an appropriate and timely manner.
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited school for occupational therapy
- State Occupational Therapist license (or license eligible)
- CPR certification
- Valid state driver’s license
Additional Data
Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
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Frequently asked questions
Bowie, MD has a growing need for certified hand therapists due to an aging population and increasing outpatient orthopedic cases. Job seekers with CHT certification often find multiple openings, but competition remains moderate, favoring candidates with specialized upper extremity experience and strong clinical skills.
In Maryland, especially Bowie, occupational therapists with Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) credentials are highly valued. State licensure combined with CHT certification enhances job prospects, supports higher salary potential, and aligns with outpatient orthopedics demands prevalent in the region.
Being the sole occupational therapist onsite requires strong independent decision-making, effective time management, and the ability to collaborate remotely with multidisciplinary teams. A solo OT must maintain high-quality care standards while leveraging support networks and continuing education to stay updated.
Expertise in nuanced hand therapy techniques, knowledge of neurodiagnoses affecting upper extremities, and proficiency in evidence-based interventions distinguish practitioners. Skills in patient-centered goal setting and adaptive therapy plans are crucial for successful outcomes in this specialized role.
Select Medical offers tailored mentorship, extensive continuing education access, and financial assistance for CHT certification exams. These initiatives foster professional development, enabling therapists to advance clinical expertise while benefiting from a supportive, multidisciplinary work environment.
By customizing caseloads based on individual experience and goals, Select Medical empowers therapists to balance challenging cases with manageable workloads. This flexibility improves job satisfaction, encourages skill growth, and optimizes patient care quality within the outpatient orthopedic setting.
Starting salaries for this position typically begin at $80,000 annually. Compensation reflects the specialized skill set in hand therapy, experience level, and regional healthcare demand, aligning well with Maryland’s market rates for occupational therapists focusing on upper extremity rehabilitation.
Daily tasks include designing personalized treatment plans for upper extremity injuries, collaborating with referring physicians, supervising therapy aides, and maintaining thorough documentation. Therapists also engage in evidence-based practices and contribute to program innovation within a multidisciplinary team.
Bowie offers a suburban environment with reasonable commute times to major healthcare hubs. The absence of weekend shifts in this role supports a balanced schedule, complemented by generous paid time off and flexible hours, promoting overall well-being for occupational therapy professionals.
Yes, Select Medical welcomes new graduates who've completed level II hand therapy fieldwork, offering mentorship, continuing education, and exam fee reimbursement. This supportive framework accelerates clinical skill acquisition and assists in achieving Certified Hand Therapist credentials.