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Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapist - $20,000 Sign On
Company : Select Medical
Location : Palo Alto, CA, 94306-1851
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 12 January 2026
Overview
Select Physical Therapy
Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapy
Palo Alto, CA
$20,000 SIGN ON BONUS
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STUDENT DEBT BENEFIT PROGRAM
Select Physical Therapy is seeking a full time occupational hand therapist for our outpatient orthopedic clinic in Palo Alto, CA. Our clinics are fully equipped to provide care to patients ranging from post-surgical cases, to non-operative conditions, to work conditioning. You will work closely with other talented clinicians with a variety of patient diagnosis and varied patient demographics. If you are looking for a stable company with an ACTIVE, GROWING and THRIVING national Hand Therapy program, let's talk! *Candidate must have experience in splint fabrication*
Flexible Schedule Options Available
Compensation:
- Salary Range starting at: $105,000.00 up to $125,000.00 (Commensurate with experience)
- $20,000 SIGN ON BONUS
- Student Debt Repayment Assistance
- Reclocation Assistance Available
Clinic Address:
1425 Sherman Ave Suite 300
Palo Alto, CA 94306
Why Choose Us:
- Hand Therapy Program: Our national hand therapy program spans 40 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
- Ease the Burden: Our student loan repayment program helps alleviate the financial pressure of student debt
- Specialized Care: Explore different specialties like aquatics, sports medicine, neuro, pelvic health, concussion care, hand therapy, and more
- 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
- Experience in splint fabrication
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
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Frequently asked questions
The $20,000 sign-on bonus significantly boosts the initial earnings for Occupational Therapists in Palo Alto, complementing a base salary range between $105,000 and $125,000. This incentive reflects Select Medical’s commitment to attracting skilled hand therapists in a competitive California market.
In Palo Alto’s orthopedic outpatient clinics, holding a CHT credential enhances your professional profile. Employers like Select Medical often support mentorship programs to help therapists achieve this certification, signaling advanced expertise in custom splinting and post-op hand rehabilitation.
You’ll manage personalized treatment plans focusing on splint fabrication, collaborate with assistants, and address diverse post-surgical and non-operative hand conditions. The role emphasizes evidence-based practice and patient-centered care within a multidisciplinary outpatient setting.
Yes, Select Medical provides robust clinical advancement programs, including paid certifications, national symposiums, and mentorship. These initiatives foster professional growth and support therapists pursuing credentials like the CHT, enhancing expertise and earning potential.
Palo Alto’s demand for specialized hand therapists is growing, fueled by a high concentration of outpatient orthopedic clinics. While competition exists, Select Medical’s national presence and comprehensive benefits package make it a desirable employer for experienced therapists.
Given Palo Alto’s traffic patterns, peak hours can extend commute times. Therapists benefit from flexible scheduling options offered by Select Medical, which can alleviate travel stress and accommodate work-life balance within this busy Silicon Valley area.
The program connects therapists across 40 states, offering access to over 300 CHTs and hand therapists. This network provides mentorship, shared clinical resources, and continuing education, creating a collaborative environment that enhances local practice quality.
Select Medical’s student loan repayment assistance helps ease financial burdens, an appealing benefit for California-based therapists facing high living costs. This program complements competitive salaries and sign-on bonuses, making the overall compensation package more attractive.