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University of Rochester
Rochester, New York

Hand Therapist 1

Counselor / Therapist 8.0 Work-LifeFull-Time

Listed compensation

$69K - $90K

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 7mo ago

Job Description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability.

Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. Job Location (Full Address): 10 Miracle Mile Dr, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14623 Opening: Worker Subtype: Regular

  • Time Type: Full time Scheduled
  • Weekly Hours: 40
  • Department: 500271 Hand Rehabilitation
  • Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America) Range: UR URCB 213 Compensation Range: $69,326.00 - $90,124.00 The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job

Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities

Aids patients to correct and/or adjust to upper extremity disabilities by selecting, adapting and using appropriate physical/occupational therapy procedures, following physician’s orders, or operating independently under New York State direct access statute.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Evaluates the patients’ functional upper extremity abilities and disabilities by tests, observations and information provided by family members, physician, nursing staff and others.

Plans a program of patient treatment related to upper extremity diagnoses, prognosis, emotional needs or problems, patient’s environment, etc. working from physician’s order. Instructs and counsel patients and family in the use of equipment and techniques.

Evaluates home facilities and suggests need adaptations and resources in preparation for patient discharge. Recommends, obtains and instructs on the use of adaptive and assistive devices. Ensures appropriate safety practices and maintenance of equipment. Determines types and frequencies of therapies.

Provides treatments using a variety of procedures and therapies. Recommends modifications of program as needed to physician. Maintains required patient and department records. Keeps abreast of issues and changes in the field by reading and attending professional meetings and seminars.

Other duties as assigned MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy required Master’s or Doctoral degree preferred Completed relevant clinical education in a comparable setting required or equivalent combination of education and experience required KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Basic foundational knowledge of Physical or Occupational Therapy Practice required LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Licensed in New York State required Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) preferred The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better.

In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics).

This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.

Notice: If you are a Current Employee, please log into myURHR to search for and apply to jobs using the Jobs Hub. Your application, if submitted using this portal, cannot be moved forward. Learn. Discover. Heal. Create. Located in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home.

One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better.

If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals.

At the University of Rochester, we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture and are united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.

Key Responsibilities

This role involves aiding patients with upper extremity disabilities by applying appropriate physical or occupational therapy procedures based on physician orders or direct access statutes. Responsibilities include evaluating patient function, planning treatment programs, instructing patients and families, and recommending necessary adaptive equipment.

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy is required, though a Master's or Doctoral degree is preferred, along with completed relevant clinical education. Applicants must be licensed in New York State, with Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) status being preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Upper Extremity Disabilities TreatmentPhysical Therapy ProceduresPatient EvaluationTreatment PlanningPatient InstructionFamily CounselingAdaptive DevicesEquipment MaintenanceTherapy DeterminationRecord KeepingProfessional Development

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Hand Therapist 1 at University of Rochester a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 10% in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 7,558 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc.

Counselor Career Context

University of Rochester ranks #14 of 25 employers hiring Counselor on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 60% are remote, 38% have no call, 52% require no weekends.

Mental Health Therapy by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score8.0 / 10 · top 10% in mental health therapy (counseling)ranked against 7,558 Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$69k–$90kMental Health Therapy median $75k (middle half $68k–$84k)35 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$74k in purchasing powerNew York index 107.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Mental Health Therapy listings in New York327 active7,616 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 60% remote · 38% no call · 52% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedNew York counselor listings (all specialties): 10% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 10% offer loan repayment793 active listings, Nov 2026
New Mental Health Therapy listings2,551 in the last 30 days1,401 the 30 days before (+82%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
University of Rochester#14 of 25 for payTop Employers work-life index
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (7,558 Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings), Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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PSLF eligible
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 8.0
Among the best 10% of Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 7,558 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Rochester

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$240k≈ 3.5× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,454/mo≈ 25% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
97.0
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Rochester, NY metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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