Occupational Therapist 2 - Certified Hand Therapist

This Occupational Therapy position at University of Washington is open to psychologist candidates.

Psychologists are seeing unprecedented demand driven by the mental health crisis, with telehealth dramatically expanding access and enabling fully remote practice.

University of Washington lists compensation for this psychologist position at $105k to $154k annually.

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

This position also offers production-based compensation: $50 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.

This position is based in Seattle, Washington.

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a psychologist earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.

Key skills and qualifications: Hand therapy, Occupational therapy, Patient assessment, Treatment planning, Manual therapy, Orthosis fabrication, Evidence-based practice, Clinical documentation. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Occupational Therapy role.

Core responsibilities: The therapist will assess, plan, and implement specialized hand therapy treatment programs, including manual therapy and orthosis fabrication. They will also collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate patient care and provide clinical supervision to students.

Benefits package: Salary $104,749 - $154,378, Comprehensive Benefits, Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off, Tuition Exemption. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.