Occupational / Hand Therapist (OT, CHT) - Full-Time or Part-Time

Occupational TherapistFull-Time or Part-Time

Listed compensation

$79k-$114k

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Job Description

Occupational Therapist (OT) – Hand Therapy Focus (CHT)

Are you passionate about helping patients regain their hand function and improve their quality of life? Join our dynamic team as an Occupational Therapist specializing in hand therapy. We are dedicated to providing exceptional care and fostering a collaborative environment where your expertise can make a meaningful difference.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assess, plan, and implement individualized treatment programs for patients with hand injuries or conditions
  • Utilize evidence-based techniques to promote recovery and functional independence
  • Educate patients and their families on injury management and preventive strategies
  • Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes
  • Document patient progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly
  • Stay current with advancements in hand therapy and occupational therapy practices

Skills and Qualifications

  • Valid Occupational Therapist license in the relevant state
  • Experience or interest in hand therapy preferred
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
  • Commitment to patient-centered care and continuous learning
  • Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) certification is not required but is a significant plus

Join our innovative team and be part of a supportive culture that values professional growth, ongoing education, and making a positive impact on patients’ lives. We offer competitive compensation and benefits as well as opportunities for advancement in a rewarding environment.

Requirements

  • Evaluate and treat patients with upper extremity conditions, including post-surgical cases, traumatic injuries, repetitive stress injuries, and chronic conditions
  • Develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each patient's specific needs and goals
  • Fabricate custom orthoses/splints for various upper extremity conditions
  • Perform detailed initial evaluations and ongoing assessments of patient progress using standardized testing and evidence-based outcome measures
  • Document patient care in accordance with clinical standards, insurance requirements, and regulatory guidelines
  • Communicate effectively with referring physicians, insurance companies, and other healthcare providers
  • Educate patients and their families about home exercise programs, activity modifications, and injury prevention
  • Maintain current knowledge of hand therapy techniques and best practices through continuing education
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OrthoNJ, LLC is required by New Jersey law to include the salary range for this role. The salary range for this role is $79k-$114k annually. The range for this role is typically determined by several factors, including the geography in which the selected candidate will be working, and alignment with qualifications and experience. Certain roles may also be eligible for additional compensation (bonus, etc.) and/or benefits. In addition, full-time employees are eligible for standard benefits package including paid time off, medical, dental, vison and retirement plan.

Key Skills

Patient assessmentTreatment planningEvidence-based practiceSplint fabricationOrthosis fabricationPatient educationInterpersonal skillsMultidisciplinary collaborationDocumentation

Mental Health Therapy — Occupational Therapist Career Context

In New Jersey, the Occupational Therapist weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$105k (36 salary observations; 71 listings), vs ~$95k nationally (990 salary observations; 3,826 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 44 active Occupational Therapist listings this role was benchmarked against, 55% have no call, 82% require no weekends.

Occupational Therapist pay on WeekdayDoc is up 7.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$97k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $89k in an average-cost state. 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

19 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution19 jobs · 14 employers

7
<$100k
6
$100k-120k
1
$126k
4
$140k-160k
1
$160k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks19 jobs · 14 employers

401k / retirement match
95% this job
CME allowance
79% this job
Sign-on bonus
47%
Loan repayment
11%
Relocation assistance
11%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Occupational Therapist

Amedisys · Hayward, California

$129k–$160k
#2

Acute Care Occupational Therapist

Sentara Health · Hampton, Virginia

$96k-$141k
#3

Occupational Therapist

$96k-$141k
#4

Occupational Therapist Matawan NJ

$140k
+ 17 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Mental Health Therapy (Occupational Therapy) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 55 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Clark

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$704k≈ 8.9× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,350/mo≈ 36% of gross pay
State income tax
Up to 10.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026).

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

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About Union County Orthopaedic Group

Medical Practices
Linden, NJ
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off