Certified Hand Therapist

CounselorIncludes weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$38-$51.43/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 59m ago · Verified live

Job Description

Bonus Amount

$15000

Bonus Information

Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Overview

  • Department: Physical Therapist
  • Schedule: Day shift- with rotating holidays and weekends as per business needs
  • Facility: St. Mary of Nazareth Hospital
  • Location: Chicago, IL 60622

Sign-on Bonus

What to Know

  • 100% outpatient
  • Certified Hand Therapist (CHT)- required
  • Professional growth, advanced clinical competency, educator, and mentoring fellow OT's.

Close Working Relationship with Hand Surgeon

Great opportunity for those working at Athletico, ATI, or Illinois Bone and Joint looking to transition into a hospital setting

Located in West Town, one of Chicago’s most vibrant and culturally rich neighborhoods, Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital offers more than just a clinical setting, it’s a gateway to a community full of energy, diversity, and creativity.

From cozy coffee shops and art galleries to buzzing restaurants and historic architecture, the area is a favorite among locals and newcomers alike. It's a short walk from the Blue Line (Division stop) and close to the airport (And free parking for those that drive).

Responsibilities

Evaluate and conduct evidence-based treatment of individuals with pathological upper quarter (hand, wrist, elbow, shoulder girdle, cervical area or multiple joints) conditions resulting from trauma, diseases, congenital or acquired deformity.

Also, use specialized skills to promote goals of prevention of dysfunction, restoration of function and/or reversal of the progression of pathology in order to enhance quality of movement and daily living skills for individuals with upper quarter disease or injury.

Develop and progress plan of care to meet the needs of the individuals served to assist in returning them to their prior level of function.

The incumbent must be a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) from an accredited Hand Therapy Certification Commission and must successfully pass the exam, and become certified before onboarding.

The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to each individual patient following determination of dysfunction and musculoskeletal status.

They must have the skills to evaluate and treat an upper extremity patient seeking care for repetitive strain, traumatic injury, neurological dysfunction and post-surgical rehabilitation.

The staff member must maintain good rapport and working relationship with physicians in the community specializing in upper extremity medical care.

Performs responsibilities in accordance with department and Hospital Policies, state, federal and regulatory requirements: Functions according to professional practice as an integral member of the interdisciplinary care team.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. Bachelor or Master Degree in Occupational Therapy or Physical Therapy.

2. Current state Occupational Therapy or Physical Therapy certification/license.

3. Current BCLS (AHA) certificate.

4. Current state license.

5. Current Hand Therapist Certification.

Pay Transparency

Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs.

Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options.

A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $38.00 to $51.43.

The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: primehealthcare.com

Employment Status: Full Time

Shift: Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: eeoc.gov

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Certified Hand TherapyUpper Extremity EvaluationTreatment PlanningMusculoskeletal AssessmentRepetitive Strain TreatmentTraumatic Injury TreatmentNeurological Dysfunction TreatmentPatient CareInterdisciplinary CollaborationPhysician Relationship ManagementClinical Education

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 36% are remote, 34% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$93k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $93k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
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CME allowance
33%
Loan repayment
23%
PSLF eligible
18%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 5.1
Better work-life than 40% of Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 8,033 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No nights
  • Includes weekends

Living in Chicago

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$356k
Typical market rent
$2,342/mo
Residents’ average commute
33 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

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

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

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About Saint Mary of Nazareth Hospital

Hospitals and Health Care
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Sign-On Bonus ($15,000)
Paid Time Off
401K Retirement Plan
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Tuition Reimbursement
Free Parking