Certified Hand Therapist - OT (PRN)
Company : Select Medical
Location : Glendale, AZ, 85304
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 6 January 2026
Overview
Position: Certified Hand Therapist (CHT)- Outpatient Float
Location: West Side Float
Schedule: PRN/Weekdays/Flexible Schedule
Compensation: Hourly, Starting at $55.00/Hr., commensurate with experience
Banner Physical Therapy is seeking a certified hand therapist (CHT) to join our team and float to our West Side Outpatient Centers. This is a PRN/Flexible Schedule position.
In this role, you’ll treat various upper extremity disorders including tendon injuries, sprains, strains, post-operative fractures and more. Experience in custom splinting is required.
Our regional hand therapy coordinator will work with you to ensure you have everything you need to succeed.
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.
- Go Anywhere with Us: 1900 centers in 39 states, offering internal movement.
- Continuing Education: Free in-person and online CEUs to keep learning
- Career Growth: Access to a nationwide, professional support network
- 401(k): Company matching 401(k) after 1,000 hours in a calendar year
- Diversity: Work with a variety of team sizes, patient populations, and specialties
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the evaluation, plan of care, treatment, re-evaluation, discharge, and appropriate communications of high quality hand therapy services to patients and customers.
- Provide comprehensive and individualized treatment programs.
- Maintain positive level of interaction with facilities and clients. Enhance and expand client relations with facilities and their staff.
- Stay current and up to date with Occupational Therapy research and employ Evidence Based Practice (RCB, clinician expertise, patient perception).
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited school for occupational or physical therapy
- Hold specialty certification or licensure in hand therapy
- National registration and state licensure or registration rquired
- Previous,demonstrated marketing experience
- Solid experience in application of custom splinting pre and post-op orthopedic
- CPR certification
- Valid state driver’s license
Additional Data
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Frequently asked questions
This PRN Certified Hand Therapist position focuses specifically on upper extremity rehabilitation with flexible weekday scheduling, allowing for a more adaptable work-life balance compared to fixed OT roles. It emphasizes advanced skills like custom splinting and post-op care crucial for hand therapy patients in an outpatient float setting.
Demonstrating expertise in custom splint fabrication, tendon injury rehabilitation, and evidence-based hand therapy approaches will set you apart. Additionally, having valid state licensure and CPR certification tailored to Arizona’s healthcare standards strengthens your candidacy for these targeted occupational therapy roles.
Yes, beyond national registration and state licensure, holding the Certified Hand Therapist credential is vital. This specialty certification ensures you meet the rigorous standards for treating upper extremity conditions and aligns with local regulatory requirements in Arizona.
Select Medical provides a nationwide support network, flexible scheduling, and competitive hourly pay starting at $55. Their extensive hand therapy program and opportunities for internal mobility make it an attractive choice for certified therapists seeking growth within a supportive environment.
They offer ongoing continuing education, both online and in-person, plus access to a broad professional network across 32 states. This fosters skill enhancement and opens pathways for therapists to expand expertise and assume advanced clinical or leadership roles within the company.
For PRN hand therapy roles at Select Medical in Glendale, starting pay is around $55 per hour, reflecting local market standards for specialized occupational therapy. Compensation adjusts based on experience, with benefits including 401(k) matching after meeting hour requirements.
Glendale's growing healthcare sector has a steady demand for certified hand therapists, but candidates should be prepared for moderate competition. Employers prioritize flexible, experienced therapists skilled in post-op care and custom splinting to meet outpatient center needs.
Therapists often encounter a diverse patient base, including post-operative orthopedic cases and acute tendon injuries. This diversity requires adaptable treatment strategies and comprehensive care plans, making Glendale a dynamic environment for developing advanced occupational hand therapy skills.
This PRN role allows therapists to float among multiple west side outpatient centers with a flexible weekday schedule, providing exposure to various patient populations and clinical settings. Such variety supports professional growth and balances workload demands effectively.
Being part of Select Medical links therapists to a vast network of over 300 certified hand therapists nationwide, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing. This culture promotes evidence-based practices and continuous professional development across multiple states.