Occupational Therapist or Physical Therapist - Certified Hand TherapistBridger Orthopedic • Bozeman, Montana, United States
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Occupational Therapist or Physical Therapist - Certified Hand Therapist
Bridger Orthopedic
- Bozeman, Montana, United States
- Bozeman, Montana, United States
À propos
*Clinic:* Bridger Orthopedic & Sports Medicine
*Position Type:* Full-time (part-time considered)
*CHT Preferred*
About Bridger Orthopedic
Bridger Orthopedic & Sports Medicine is a physician-owned orthopedic practice in Bozeman, Montana. Our outpatient therapy department is fully integrated with *three fellowship-trained hand and upper extremity surgeons*, creating a high-volume, collaborative hand/UE program. We’re committed to excellent patient outcomes, clinician development, and a supportive, team-first culture.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced, motivated *Hand Therapist (OT or PT)* to join our outpatient orthopedic team. This role focuses on upper extremity evaluation and treatment, post-operative rehabilitation, orthosis fabrication, and return-to-function care. The ideal candidate is confident managing a specialized hand/UE caseload and enjoys working closely with surgeons.
What You’ll Do
* Evaluate and treat patients with conditions of the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder
* Provide post-operative rehabilitation in close coordination with hand/UE surgeons
* Fabricate custom orthoses and provide splinting as indicated
* Develop individualized plans of care emphasizing function and outcomes
* Educate patients and families on conditions, precautions, and home programs
* Document efficiently and accurately in the EMR
* Participate in team meetings and clinical collaboration
Caseload Highlights
* Post-surgical hand and upper extremity rehabilitation
* Fractures, tendon repairs, joint replacements, nerve injuries, arthroscopy
* Conservative management of complex UE diagnoses
* Opportunity for continued specialization and program growth
Qualifications
*Required:*
* Licensed OT or PT in Montana (or ability to obtain license)
* *Minimum of 3 years outpatient orthopedic experience in hand therapy*
* Strong competency in upper extremity rehabilitation and post-op protocols
* Skilled in custom orthosis fabrication/splinting
* Excellent communication, organization, and teamwork skills
*Preferred:*
* *Certified Hand Therapist (CHT)*
* Experience working directly with hand/UE surgeons
* Interest in helping grow and refine a high-quality hand therapy program
Why You’ll Love Working Here
* *Direct collaboration with 3 dedicated hand/UE surgeons*
* High-quality referrals and well-established post-op pathways
* Mentorship and support for therapists pursuing or maintaining *CHT certification*
* Competitive salary + productivity bonus structure
* Generous PTO and paid holidays
* Continuing education support
* Relocation assistance may be available
About Bozeman
Bozeman offers an unbeatable balance of vibrant community and outdoor access—skiing, hiking, biking, climbing, fly fishing, and Yellowstone nearby.
Job Type: Full-time
Expected hours: 36 – 40 per week
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Continuing education credits
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Experience:
* outpatient hand therapy : 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
* OT or PT license (Required)
Location:
* Bozeman, MT 59715 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Compétences linguistiques
- English
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