VitalHiresVitalHires
Find jobsFree toolsSalary & dataFor employersAbout
Sign inBuild free resume
Resume

By state

CaliforniaCalifornia29,879TexasTexas28,141FloridaFlorida23,376PennsylvaniaPennsylvania19,771
View all states

Top cities

Los AngelesLos Angeles3,154ChicagoChicago2,375HoustonHouston2,331PhiladelphiaPhiladelphia2,303AtlantaAtlanta2,091PhoenixPhoenix2,042
View all cities

Browse

All jobsEvery live openingPosted todayNewest firstBy specialtyBrowse by specialtyBy employerBrowse by employer
NEW

Free Resume Checker

Build your resume in your free account, then run the resume checker for an instant score plus healthcare-specific findings on licensure and clinical experience.

Build your resume

Free tools for healthcare professionals

Hourly to Salary ConverterConvert any hourly rate into yearly, monthly, biweekly and weekly pay, then see how that figure compares with what employers are actually posting.Healthcare Interview PracticeRehearse questions tailored to a saved healthcare role, answer by voice or text, and review AI-generated feedback before the real conversation.Healthcare Cover Letter GeneratorUse your candidate profile and a job's details to create a focused draft, then review the facts and make it your own.ATS-Friendly Healthcare Resume BuilderCreate or import a resume, organize your clinical experience and credentials, and refine it for the roles you want.Free Healthcare Resume CheckerBuild your resume in your free account, then run the resume checker to see how a clinical hiring team would read it.Healthcare Job Application TrackerSave roles from VitalHires, track your application progress, and keep notes and interview preparation connected to each job.All free toolsBrowse every free job-search tool

Pay data

Salary guidesPosted pay by role and regionPay by stateMedians from live listings

Guides

Resume examplesReal examples by healthcare roleCover letter examplesMarked up by healthcare roleInterview prepReal questions, with feedback

About

About usWho runs this siteUse casesHow people use the toolsWhat's newRecent releasesBlogGuides and analysisContactGet in touch
NEWFree Resume CheckerBuild your resume
VitalHires

VitalHires offers free resume tools for healthcare professionals alongside clinical, allied health, and care team job listings.

Explore

StatesTop Hiring CitiesEmployer DirectoryFor EmployersFor CandidatesApply to JobsSalary GuidesHiring CalendarResume ExamplesCover Letter ExamplesBlog

Top Hiring Cities

View all

Los Angeles

California

3154 live openings

Chicago

Illinois

2375 live openings

Houston

Texas

2331 live openings

Philadelphia

Pennsylvania

2303 live openings

Atlanta

Georgia

2091 live openings

Phoenix

Arizona

2042 live openings

Indianapolis

Indiana

2034 live openings

Boston

Massachusetts

1923 live openings

Legal

AboutContactCompareEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms & Conditions

VitalHires aggregates openings directly from official hospital systems and healthcare employer hiring pages. Compensation, credentials, and deadlines are subject to change. Please confirm on the official job posting.

© 2026 VitalHires. All rights reserved.Listings are aggregated from hospital systems, health networks, clinics, and clinical employer hiring pages.
  1. Home/
  2. Jobs/
  3. Hand Therapist
Altru Health System logo

Hand Therapist

Altru Health System·Grand Forks, North Dakota

$34 - $51/hrFull TimeOn Site2-5 yrsPosted 2 months ago
Practice for this role

Hand Therapist · $34 - $51/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • +1% vs. median posted rate for allied health roles in Grand Forks, North Dakota ($33.40/hr)
  • 29 similar openings in the Grand Forks area · median $32.60/hr
$28.13/hr · lowesthighest · $87.31/hr
this role: $33.80/hrmedian $33.40/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted allied health roles in Grand Forks, North Dakota rates. This role sits in the 53rd percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 1% above the Grand Forks, North Dakota median for allied health roles.

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for the evaluation and treatment of patients while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to develop care plans. They provide patient-centered care, educate families on treatment procedures, and supervise Occupational Therapy Assistants.

Everything we do is underscored by a why — and that why is one another.

Location

Altru Performance Center 1375 S. Columbia Road Grand Forks, ND 58201

Pay Range

$33.80 - $50.69

Summary

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for the evaluation and treatment of patients in compliance with licensure standards. The Occupational Therapist works with an interdisciplinary team contributing to patient goal development, care planning and identifying barriers to discharge. The therapist provides patient centered care and ensures to educate the patient/family on treatment procedures, assistive devices, home programs and other topics related to their health and well-being.

Essential Job Functions

Selects and performs evaluation and treatment methods which correlates to the age of the patient, the patient's diagnosis, symptoms and physician orders and documents per chart and review standards.

Orients patients, family and/or other appropriate parties to the purpose and procedures of the therapy evaluation and treatment. Provides appropriate patient education, family teaching and support which relates to the needs of the patient and family.

Coordinates treatment schedules with disciplines using appropriate scheduling procedures.

Monitors program effectiveness and outcomes, initiating programs and development of new programs.

Performs pain assessment and takes appropriate action according to standard operating procedure.

Obtains and documents appropriately all required and pertinent patient information, including precautions, orders, and initial plan of care.

Participates with inter-disciplinary team in the development and accurate documentation of a discharge plan.

Identifies significant changes in patient's condition and takes appropriate actions, as evidenced in reporting, staffing consultations and documentation.

Provides clinical supervision to OTA in a collaborative manner following state licensure and care delivery standards.

Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.

Certification

Occupational Therapist | North Dakota State Board of Occupational Therapy | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources

Benefits

  • Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Vision Plan
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Education Assistance
  • Health Plan
  • Dental Plan

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$34 - $51/hr
Location
Grand Forks, North Dakota
Posted
Jun 29, 2026
Application
Employer website
Altru Health System logo

Hiring organization

Altru Health System

At Altru, we are making a difference for those we care for as we provide five-star care for our friends, family members and neighbors in northeast North Dakota and northwest Minnesota. We are a community of over 3,400 health professionals and support staff. We offer a wide array...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size1,001-5,000 employees
View profile

Stay updated

Get alerts for similar jobs

Be the first to know when more Altru Health System roles in Grand Forks, North Dakota get posted.

Occupational Therapist (OTR/L) | National Board Cert. Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) | Within 6 months of Start Date | HR Primary Sources

Driver's License with Acceptable Driving Record | Drivers License - Current State Licensed | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources

Basic Life Support (BLS) | American Heart Association (AHA) | Within 2 Months of Start Date | Learning Management System

NOTES

• Can begin work with ND Limited Permit with documented Supervision.

Work Experience

• Preferred: A minimum of 1 year Related Experience

Language Requirements

This position requires proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure effective communication in the workplace and with patients, families, and team members.

This position may be eligible for visa sponsorship and candidates requiring sponsorship are welcome to apply.

Physical Demands

  • Sit: Frequently (34-66%)
  • Stand: Frequently (34-66%)
  • Walk: Frequently (34-66%)
  • Stoop/Bend: Frequently (34-66%)
  • Reach: Frequently (34-66%)
  • Crawl: Occasionally (5-33%)
  • Squat/Crouch/Kneel: Frequently (34-66%)
  • Twist: Frequently (34-66%)
  • Handle/Finger/Feel: Continuously (67-100%)
  • See: Continuously (67-100%)
  • Hear: Continuously (67-100%)

Weight Demands

  • Lift
  • Floor to
  • Waist
  • Level: Medium (20-40 pounds)
  • Carry: Medium (20-40 pounds)
  • Push/Pull: Medium (20-40 pounds)
  • Slide/Transfer: Medium (20-40 pounds)

Working Conditions

  • Indoor: Continuously (67-100%)
  • Outdoor: Occasionally (5-33%)
  • Extreme
  • Temperature: Not Applicable

Driving Requirement Definitions

  • Professional
  • Drivers: Persons who drive as their main responsibility OR transport passengers or hazardous materials.
  • Frequent
  • Drivers: Persons whose main responsibility is not driving, but drive daily or almost daily.
  • Occasional
  • Drivers: Persons who drive from once per month to as frequently as once per week.
  • Infrequent
  • Drivers: Persons who are generally not expected to drive.

Driving Requirement for this position

Frequent Driver

Reference ID: R7725

Making a real difference. For one another.

To take the best care of our patients and community — including friends, family, and neighbors — we need people who are committed to growth, excellence, and one another.

At Altru, you’ll find a culture where support and teamwork are at the heart of what we do. You’ll have opportunities to advance your skills, work with the latest technologies, experience the fulfillment that comes from giving back, and take your career wherever you want it to go.

Join our team and be a part of a small community with a big heart.

Altru offers a comprehensive benefits package to its full- and part-time employees. Excellent benefits include a health plan and 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include a dental plan, vision plan, life and disability insurance, education assistance, paid time off (PTO)

Market context

Allied health demand in North Dakota

Allied health imaging roles in North Dakota are often shaped by steady demand in hospitals, clinics, and rural coverage settings, especially for candidates who can work across modalities or patient populations. These positions can be competitive because employers typically look for accredited program graduates with RDMS, RVT, or ARRT registration, plus BLS within six weeks and NDMIRT licensure when working in the state. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, and confirm your credentials and licensure status before applying.

More openings at Altru Health System

View all employer openings
Altru Health System logo

Altru Health System

LPN Occupational Medicine

Grand Forks, North Dakota

$21 - $31/hr

2 days ago

Altru Health System logo

Altru Health System

RN II

Devils Lake, North Dakota

$35 - $53/hr

2 days ago

Altru Health System logo

Altru Health System

Physician Acute Care/Trauma Surgeon

Grand Forks, North Dakota

3 days ago