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Senior Hand Therapist- OT

Brigham & Women's Faulkner Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
1153 Centre Street (Show on map)
Dec 02, 2025
The Senior Occupational Therapist (OT) is a therapist with a minimum of four (4) years of experience with strong clinical knowledge and skills working with rehabilitation of the hand/wrist/forearm/elbow. The ideal candidate must demonstrate the ability to work independently in a busy clinic, triage walk in consults and collaborate with peers and clinic leadership. In addition to their primary responsibilities for patient care they have additional clinical and non-clinical tasks and responsibilities delegated to them. 1. Evaluates patient's occupational therapy needs. Formulates an occupational therapy diagnosis and develops a treatment plan with treatment goals directed towards maximizing function. 2. Demonstrates competency in all clinical knowledge and skills specific to the outpatient hand therapy population. 3. Acts as a clinical or non-clinical resource. 4. Consults with other members of the health care team to ensure coordination and effectiveness of therapies provided. 5. Completes additional tasks and responsibilities which may include, but not be limited to, orientation of new staff, participation on committees, involvement in QI activities, supervision of students and aides, and involvement in developing/revising practice guidelines. 6. Participates in implementation of quality assurance program for clinical service. 7. Assists in implementation of triaging, prioritizing, monitoring referrals, and discharges to and from the clinic, reporting important trends to the clinic manager and direct supervisor. 8. Assists in proper care and distribution of department supplies and equipment, making recommendations for adequate inventory and appropriate and new equipment. 9. Participates in departmental meetings, which help to formulate policies, procedures, and program development. 10. Enjoys being part of a clinical team that is dedicated to exceptional clinical care and is focused on the patient experience and patient outcomes. Education Master's Degree Occupational Therapy preferred Bachelor's Degree Occupational Therapy required. Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials - Must be a graduate of an accredited occupational therapy program. - Must possess a current unrestricted license to practice occupational therapy from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. - Certified Hand Therapist preferred. Experience Must have a minimum of four (4) years of clinical experience with demonstrated competency in hand therapy. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Must possess communication and interpersonal skills sufficient for effective leadership as a senior clinician, conducive to mentoring staff as assigned, and ensuring positive participation in clinical teams. - Must possess analytical abilities and sound knowledge in Occupational Therapy and Hand Therapy to act as an educational and clinical resource.Must demonstrate initiative for participation in the development and implementation of programs, policies, and procedures and for integrating OT into the clinic. - Work requires up to three months orientation to acquire necessary familiarity with department and hospital policies and procedures, and the specific quality standards of care and procedures unique to the assigned patient area. - Must be able to demonstrate competency in assessment and treatment relative to age specific needs for the patient population for which they provide therapy, and as described in the department's practice standards. Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%) Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.