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San Antonio, Texas

Occupational Therapist - Certified Hand Therapist

Occupational TherapistFull-Time

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Job Description

Company Description

Join Momentum Physical Therapy as Our Next Occupational Therapist (OT) / Certified Hand Therapist (CHT)!

At Momentum Physical Therapy, we're not just another clinic. We're a fast-growing, passionate, community-centered team delivering exceptional physical and occupational therapy services across San Antonio. We thrive on innovation, teamwork, and compassion.

We invest in our clinicians through mentorship, continuing education, career growth opportunities, and a supportive team culture. Whether you're an experienced Occupational Therapist, a Certified Hand Therapist, or working toward your CHT certification, you'll have the opportunity to build a rewarding career while making a meaningful impact in the lives of your patients.

Job Description

The Role

Occupational Therapist (OT) / Certified Hand Therapist (CHT)

Are you a passionate, patient-centered Occupational Therapist with an interest in hand therapy and upper extremity rehabilitation?

Momentum Physical Therapy is seeking a motivated and collaborative Occupational Therapist (OT) / Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) to join our growing team in San Antonio, TX!

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a supportive outpatient environment, treating patients with a variety of hand, wrist, elbow, and upper extremity conditions. Whether you're already a Certified Hand Therapist or working toward certification, we offer opportunities to continue developing your clinical skills and advancing your career.

What You'll Do

Evaluate and treat patients with hand, wrist, elbow, and upper extremity conditions.

Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, coordination, and functional independence.

Provide therapeutic interventions, including manual therapy, therapeutic exercises, splinting, and functional rehabilitation.

  • Educate patients on treatment plans, home exercise programs, and strategies to support long-term recovery.
  • Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation.
  • Collaborate with physicians, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality patient care.
  • Contribute to a positive, supportive, and patient-centered clinic environment.

Qualifications

  • Current Texas Occupational Therapist (OT) license required.
  • Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) certification preferred, or actively working toward certification.
  • Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in hand therapy, upper extremity rehabilitation, or outpatient orthopedics preferred.
  • Current CPR/BLS certification.
  • Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Passion for helping patients regain independence and improve their quality of life.
  • Commitment to continued learning, professional development, and teamwork.
  • Additional Information

Why Momentum?

With 14+ locations in the San Antonio area and growing, we've become a trusted leader in physical therapy. We're proud to be an 11-time Express-News Top Workplaces Award winner, recognized for our exceptional culture, supportive environment, and commitment to our team.

If you're ambitious, patient-focused, and ready to join a thriving organization that invests in your success, Momentum is the place for you!

Additional Information

Why You'll Love Working With Us

  • We've built a culture where therapists can grow, lead, and genuinely make a difference. Here's what we offer:
  • Competitive Pay & Rewards
  • Competitive compensation based on experience
  • Generous 401(k) with employer match
  • Top-Tier Benefits
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Robust paid time off package
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Exclusive employee discounts
  • Truly family-friendly work environment
  • Grow Your Career With Us
  • Continuing education allowance
  • Clinical development tracks
  • Opportunities to specialize, lead, and advance
  • Mentorship from highly experienced, supportive clinicians

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Join a team that values your expertise, supports your professional growth, and gives you the opportunity to make a lasting difference in your patients' lives.

Apply today and grow your Occupational Therapy career with Momentum Physical Therapy!

Key Responsibilities

Evaluate and treat patients with hand, wrist, elbow, and upper extremity conditions using evidence-based treatment plans. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to provide high-quality care and maintain accurate patient documentation.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Communication skillsEvidence-based practice

Occupational Therapist Career Context

In Texas, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$94k (272 salary observations; 2,488 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (6,684 salary observations; 25,690 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Occupational Therapy market look like in Texas?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedOccupational Therapy median $86k (middle half $80k–$95k)10 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Texas vs national$94k median in Texas$97k nationally (−3%)272 state / 6,684 national salary observations
Cost of livingTexas index 97.1US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Occupational Therapy listings in Texas921 active9,338 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 2% remote · 32% no call · 60% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Occupational Therapy pay trend+1.5% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

34 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution33 jobs · 25 employers

16
<$110k
11
$110k-125k
3
$125k-140k
3
$140k-155k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks31 jobs · 25 employers

401k / retirement match
94% this job
CME allowance
58% this job
Sign-on bonus
35%
Loan repayment
16%
Relocation assistance
6%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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$96k-$141k
#2

Occupational Therapist Matawan NJ

Healthcare Recruitment Counselors · Matawan, New Jersey

$140k
#3

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$140k
#4

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$50-$65/hr
+ 32 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 1.5
Below most Hand Therapist (OT) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 166 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About US Physical Therapy

Hospitals and Health Care
Garden City, NY
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive compensation
Generous 401(k) with employer match
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Robust paid time off package
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Exclusive employee discounts
Continuing education allowance
Clinical development tracks

Living in San Antonio

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$226k
Typical market rent
$1,386/mo
Residents’ average commute
25 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
94.7
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.