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Select Physical Therapy·Ridgecrest, California

$87,000 - $104,000/yr·Other·On Site·0-2 yrs
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Posted 6 days ago
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About the role

Provide comprehensive and individualized hand therapy treatment, including evaluation and discharge planning for a diverse patient population. Supervise assistants and aides while maintaining high standards of care through evidence-based practice.

Overview Occupational Therapist - Hand Therapy Location

  • 935 E. Ridgecrest Blvd.,
  • Ridgecrest,
  • CA 93555
  • Schedule:
  • Monday-Friday, flexible schedule options available
  • Compensation: $87K-$104K/year (based on experience)
  • Incentives: $20K Sign-On Bonus + Monthly Student Loan Repayment Assistance + Relocation Assistance Available Select Physical Therapy in Ridgecrest, CA is seeking a full‑time Hand Therapist (Occupational Therapist) to join our outpatient orthopedic team. Our clinic offers a supportive and energetic environment with a strong focus on mentorship, collaboration, and delivering high‑quality patient care. Our diverse patient population is a strong mix of ortho, neuro, vestibular, concussion, sports medicine, pediatrics, hand therapy and more! 1:1 Mentorship available for new grads, providing strong support as you develop your clinical skills and grow your career.
  • 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
  • Ease the
  • Burden: Our student loan repayment program helps alleviate the financial pressure of student debt
  • 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

Requirements

Must be a graduate of an AOTA-accredited occupational therapy school with CPR certification and a valid driver's license. Experience in custom splinting and adult rehabilitation is preferred.

  • professional certificate
  • postgraduate degree
  • Case Management
  • Plan Of Care Development
  • Patient Evaluation
  • Patient Interaction
  • Clinical Mentorship
  • Evidence Based Practice
  • Hand Therapy
  • Orthopedic Rehabilitation
  • Adult Rehabilitation
  • Custom Splinting

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Sign-On Bonus
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • 401(k) Matching
  • Relocation Assistance
  • Prescription Drug Insurance
  • Mentorship Program
  • Disability Protection
  • Continuing Education Programs
  • Paid National Certifications
  • Monthly Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Posting details

Employment type
Other
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$87,000 - $104,000/yr
Location
Ridgecrest, California
Posted
Jul 22, 2026
Closes
Jul 22, 2027
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Select Physical Therapy

Select Medical made a commitment more than 20 years ago to deliver an exceptional patient care experience that promotes healing and recovery in a compassionate environment. We have honored that promise by helping define the nation's standard of excellence in specialized hospital...

Salary listed on 458 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size10,001+ employees
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