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IRG Physical Therapy
Everett, Washington

Occupational Therapist (CHT) - IRG Everett

Counselor / TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$87k-$93k

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

IRG Physical & Hand Therapy is the premier provider of outpatient Physical & Hand Therapy in the Northwest. We are deeply embedded into our communities and strive to make a positive impact on where we live, work, and play. IRG is a company that provides a fun, dynamic, and supportive environment for patients and employees.

$86.5k-$93k & Enhanced Compensation for 1:1 Patient Care! | Clinical Autonomy | Sign-On Bonus & Student Loan Repayment | AI Clinical Documentation

Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) – IRG Physical & Hand Therapy | Everett, WA

Small Clinic. Experienced Team. Exceptional Autonomy.

If you're a new grad or experienced Certified Hand Therapist looking for a clinic where you can practice independently, collaborate with seasoned clinicians, and truly enjoy coming to work each day, we'd love to meet you!

While we value collaboration, we also recognize that experienced therapists appreciate independence. If you're looking for a place where your clinical judgment is trusted, you'll feel right at home.

This role offers a diverse outpatient caseload with a strong emphasis on adult and geriatric upper extremity rehabilitation.

You'll Treat Patients With

  • Post-operative hand and upper extremity conditions
  • Arthritis
  • CVA/stroke
  • General orthopedic pain
  • Degenerative conditions
  • Tendon and nerve injuries
  • Custom splint fabrication
  • Wound care
  • Functional upper extremity rehabilitation

Everett Clinic

Our Everett clinic is a close-knit, therapist-centered team where collaboration, trust, and autonomy empower clinicians to provide exceptional care. What makes this clinic unique is its specialized patient population, with therapists treating either pediatric, adult, or geriatric patients, allowing clinicians to develop deep expertise while working alongside experienced colleagues. Supported by an open-door leadership style, Everett offers a collaborative environment where therapists can thrive.

Our providers have a minimum of 8 up to 25+ years of clinical experience with advanced training in specialties including:

  • Pediatric Physical Therapy
  • Certified Hand Therapy
  • Custom Orthotic Fabrication
  • Kinesio Taping
  • Pelvic Health
  • Feeding Therapy
  • Pediatric Occupational Therapy
  • Wound Care
  • Neurologic Rehabilitation

If you're passionate about sharing knowledge, you'll also find opportunities to work alongside occupational therapy students and job-shadow applicants interested in entering the profession.

Enhanced Compensation

IRG offers a professional revenue share model that gives you direct, transparent connection between your clinical work and your income. Earning potential on this program allows our therapists to earn up to an additional 20% of their base salary while maintaining 1:1 patient care!

The Professional Model: Core Pillars

  • Revenue share aligns clinicians with other professionals like physicians.
  • Autonomy allows control over schedule, income, and career path.
  • Clinical growth is supported through development resources and education.
  • The model emphasizes impact on patients’ lives, fulfilling professional purpose.
  • It rewards value creation, not just hours worked, reducing burnout.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation, Sick, Personal)
  • Continuing Education Allocation
  • Clinical Mentorship Program
  • 401K plan with employer match
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Long-Term Disability
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Licensed Physical Therapist (or ability to obtain licensure in the state of practice).
  • CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
  • Knowledge and adherence to HIPAA laws and compliance regulations.
  • Demonstrated excellence in clinical processes and responsibilities.
  • Ability to prioritize, organize, coordinate, and perform a broad variety of tasks and stay focused on the objective in a high-stress environment.

Who We Are: A Legacy of Excellence

Since 1996, IRG Physical & Hand Therapy has been recognized as the premier provider of outpatient Physical & Hand Therapy in the Northwest. Locally owned & operated by clinicians, IRG is built on a foundation of clinical excellence, innovation, and compassion, to continue to advance the profession while helping patients achieve their health and wellness goals.

Why Clinicians Choose IRG

IRG is a PT-owned, independently operated group with over 40 clinics across the Pacific Northwest, emphasizing professional value over hourly pay.

  • Over 30 years of community-rooted care and clinical excellence.
  • 40+ clinic locations and 320+ employees.
  • Compensation is based on a revenue share model like physicians and attorneys.
  • Clinicians are treated as professionals, not hourly workers.
  • IRG promotes growth, positivity, and innovation culture.

Come join IRG Physical & Hand Therapy and be part of a team where clinical excellence, professional growth, leadership development, and community impact come together to create rewarding careers and exceptional patient experiences!

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Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality, 1:1 outpatient hand and upper extremity rehabilitation for adult and geriatric patients. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver specialized care including custom splinting, wound care, and functional rehabilitation.

Requirements

Must be a licensed Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist with current CPR and BLS certification. Candidates should demonstrate excellence in clinical processes and possess the ability to work effectively in a high-stress, autonomous environment.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Orthopedic RehabilitationPatient AssessmentTreatment PlanningHIPAA Compliance

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Occupational Therapist (CHT) - IRG Everett at IRG Physical Therapy a 6.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 7,454 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc.

Counselor Career Context

Of the 40 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 43% have no call, 68% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$90k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $84k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Mental Health Therapy by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.9 / 10 · above average in mental health therapy (counseling)ranked against 7,454 Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$84k in purchasing powerWashington index 107.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Mental Health Therapy listings in Washington184 active7,454 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 43% no call · 68% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonus · loan repaymentWashington counselor listings (all specialties): 15% state a sign-on bonus (median $3k) · 14% offer loan repayment273 active listings, Nov 2026
New Mental Health Therapy listings2,505 in the last 30 days1,349 the 30 days before (+86%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (7,454 Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$90k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$6k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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Salary Distribution

23 jobs · 16 employers
8
<$105k
9
$105k-120k
2
$120k-135k
3
$135k-150k
1
$150k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

21 jobs · 16 employers
401k / retirement match
86% this job
Sign-on bonus
52% this job
CME allowance
29% this job
Loan repayment
19% this job
Relocation assistance
5%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 6.9
Better work-life than 70% of Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 7,454 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About IRG Physical Therapy

Hospitals and Health Care
Mill Creek, WA
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Paid Time Off
Continuing Education Allocation
Clinical Mentorship Program
401K with employer match
Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Long-Term Disability

Living in Everett

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$628k≈ 7.3× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,919/mo≈ 27% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
27 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
111.1
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.