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Capstone Physical Therapy
Bellingham, Washington

Certified Hand Therapist (CHT)

CounselorFull-Time

Listed compensation

from $85,000

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Posted 6mo ago

Job Description

Are you a licensed Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist passionate about hand therapy and looking to grow your career with an award-winning, growth-minded team?

Capstone Physical Therapy is currently seeking a full-time Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) with experience in upper extremity rehabilitation to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a licensed provider to join a well-established clinic dedicated to delivering evidence-based, patient-centered care.

Capstone Physical Therapy is a therapist-owned, private practice committed to providing clinical excellence through one-on-one care. Our team emphasizes advanced education, specialty certifications, and top-tier customer service—all in a supportive, collaborative environment. We do not use aides or care extenders. All treatment is provided by licensed therapists, and 45-minute treatment sessions ensure continuity and quality of care.

We’re proud of the culture we’ve built. Our team is connected by shared values of relationships, respect, communication, and fun. At Capstone, you’ll have the opportunity to specialize, lead, and truly make a difference in patients' lives.

Qualifications

  • Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) credential
  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy (DPT/MPT) or Occupational Therapy (OTD/OTR) program
  • Licensed Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist in the State of Washington (or eligible for licensure)
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care
  • Motivated to pursue continuing education and professional development
  • Strong manual therapy and splinting skills
  • Experience communicating with referral sources and case managers in return-to-work cases

Compensation

Base salary ranges from $85,000 to $105,000. Salary is competitive and dependent on experience, education, and specialization. Performance-based bonuses available.

Benefits

  • Competitive Salary & Incentive Bonus Pay
  • Health Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Generous Continuing Education Allowance
  • Paid APTA Membership
  • Paid Time Off
  • Mentorship & Support
  • In-house Trainings & Specialty Growth Opportunities

About Capstone Physical Therapy

Capstone Physical Therapy is a local, therapist-owned outpatient private practice with multiple locations across Whatcom and Snohomish Counties. We offer Physical, Occupational, and Massage Therapy services and maintain a strong commitment to clinical excellence and patient outcomes. Capstone was named the Whatcom Business Alliance "Business of the Year" in 2015 and has been voted "Best of the Northwest" for eight consecutive years.

Our practice includes specialties in orthopedics, sports rehabilitation, pelvic health, geriatrics, TMJ, balance and vestibular rehabilitation, and work injury rehabilitation. Many of our clinicians hold board certifications including OCS, GCS, FAAIOMT, spinal and dry needling endorsements, and CHT.

Capstone’s mission is to change lives through care, culture, and community. We are passionate about our profession and dedicated to the well-being of those we serve.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Capstone Physical Therapy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

We invite you to connect with us and discover what sets Capstone apart.

Location: Bellingham, Washington

Department: Therapy

Employment Type: Full Time

Minimum Experience

Mid-level

Compensation

$85,000-$105,000

Key Responsibilities

The role involves providing one-on-one, evidence-based care as a Certified Hand Therapist, focusing on upper extremity rehabilitation within a therapist-owned private practice setting. Therapists are expected to maintain high standards of clinical excellence, conduct 45-minute treatment sessions, and engage in professional development.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Case Management Communication

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) at Capstone Physical Therapy a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 8,035 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc.

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 76% are remote, 32% have no call, 76% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$95k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $89k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$95k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$7k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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Salary Distribution40 jobs · 16 employers

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$95k-105k
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10
$115k-125k
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$125k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks37 jobs · 16 employers

401k / retirement match
97% this job
Sign-on bonus
49%
CME allowance
11% this job
Loan repayment
5%
PSLF eligible
5%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 7.2
Better work-life than 80% of Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 8,035 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Bellingham

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$676k≈ 8.0× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,951/mo≈ 28% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
18 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
103.3
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 · Bellingham, WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Capstone Physical Therapy

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11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Retirement Plan
Continuing Education Allowance
Paid APTA Membership
Paid Time Off
Mentorship & Support