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Plymouth, Massachusetts

Hand Therapist

Counselor / TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$73k-$130k

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Job Description

Explore opportunities at Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses. We’re an innovative health care leader and multi-specialty group practice, delivering an effective, connected system of care for adult and pediatric patients at 28 practice locations in eastern Massachusetts.

Our entire team of providers (physicians, AP/NPs and ancillary clinicians) works collaboratively with a value-based philosophy within our group practice as well as with hospitals, rehab and nursing facilities.

Be part of our vision to transform care and improve lives by building trust, understanding and shared decision-making with every patient. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Hand Therapist, certified occupational or physical therapist specializing in rehabilitation of patients with hand and upper extremity conditions caused by trauma, surgery, or chronic disorders. You will collaborate with referring clinicians to evaluate, treat, and restore function through customized therapy plans, including postoperative care, preventative strategies, and industry consultation.

Primary Responsibilities

Specialize in rehabilitating patients with hand and upper extremity conditions through advanced therapeutic techniques

Treat individuals affected by trauma, surgery, or chronic disorders such as arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, and neurological conditions

  • Evaluate and identify functional impairments in the upper extremities
  • Develop and implement treatment plans including postoperative, preventative, non-operative, or conservative care
  • Collaborate with referring clinicians to ensure continuity and effectiveness of patient care

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science or higher degree from an accredited OT or PT program
  • Licensed by the state of Massachusetts as a OT or PT
  • Advanced certification or eligibility for Certification as a Hand Therapist (CHT)
  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on specialty
  • 2+ years of related experience
  • Computer experience required with the ability to use word processing and spreadsheet programs
  • Electronic medical record (EMR) experience and/or aptitude to master the EMR based on other technology experience
  • Proven solid interpersonal skills and sensitivity to patients’ physical and psychological needs
  • Proven excellent communication skills, both written and oral

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $72,800 to $130,000 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life.

Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes.

We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Key Responsibilities

The Hand Therapist will specialize in rehabilitating patients with hand and upper extremity conditions caused by trauma, surgery, or chronic disorders. They will collaborate with referring clinicians to develop and implement customized treatment plans to restore patient function.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Science or higher from an accredited OT or PT program and be licensed in Massachusetts. Additionally, 2+ years of experience and advanced certification or eligibility for Certification as a Hand Therapist (CHT) are required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Hand therapyOccupational therapyPhysical therapyPatient evaluationTreatment planningClinical collaborationElectronic medical records

Counselor Career Context

UnitedHealth Group holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 71/100, 1,737 active listings.

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 62% are remote, 28% have no call, 54% require no weekends.

Mental Health Therapy by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$73k–$130kMental Health Therapy median $68k (middle half $58k–$89k)16 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$96k in purchasing powerMassachusetts index 105.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Mental Health Therapy listings in Massachusetts268 active7,846 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 62% remote · 28% no call · 54% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedMassachusetts Counselor listings: 11% state a sign-on bonus (median $3k) · 17% offer loan repayment524 active listings, Nov 2026
New Mental Health Therapy listings2,571 in the last 30 days1,547 the 30 days before (+66%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Mental Health Therapy pay trend−2.5% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
UnitedHealth Groupsilver tier, 71/100Top Employers work-life index1,737 active listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, 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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About UnitedHealth Group

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10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive benefits package
Incentive and recognition programs
Equity stock purchase
401k contribution

Living in Plymouth

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$654k≈ 9.0× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,801/mo≈ 46% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
25 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.3
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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