Salary Range: 88000 to 120000 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-year-salary)

Spear Physical and Occupational Therapy is excited to welcome motivated occupational (OT) and physical therapists (PT) who are passionate about pursuing a career in hand and upper extremity rehabilitation. This role is ideal for therapists who have developed a solid foundation in hand therapy during their clinical education and are eager to build on that experience with mentorship, advanced training, and hands-on practice.

Therapists are responsible for setting clear expectations for your patients’ clinical progress while providing evidence-based, patient-centered care for individuals with conditions of the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder. Therapists are expected to execute a high standard of clinical excellence while maintaining 5-star customer service, because a passion for your craft is turned into real impacts when you deliver on your promises. Spear strives to foster a true community environment for both patients and team members; therefore, a collaborative spirit is valued to ensure everyone receives the care and support they need.

·Develop and progress individualized treatment plans including manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, custom orthotic fabrication, and patient education

·Empower patients with home programs and strategies that support their functional goals and recovery

·Collaborate closely with referring physicians, surgeons, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure exceptional outcomes

Qualifications:

Hold a license (or be license eligible) to practice Occupational or Physical Therapy in the State of New York
Completed a Level II fieldwork placement or outpatient rotation in hand therapy OR equivalent experience during clinical education
If transitioning from another practice area, demonstrate a commitment to hand therapy through continuing education coursework or certifications in upper extremity rehabilitation
Are excited about working toward becoming a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) with the support of a collaborative team

What We Offer:

We know that exceptional patient service can only be achieved when our team is well cared for.
We strive to create an environment that bolsters career growth while providing the flexibility and time necessary to live a balanced life

Further benefits include:

Mentorship Programs and Spear's award-winning Future Leaders Program (SFLP)
$1,400/year Continuing Education Stipend; In-house CEU Opportunities; Monthly Manual Therapy Workshops; Physician Shadowing and Lectures
Student Loan Repayment Program
One Medical paid membership. Learn more: https://www.onemedical.com/business/
Mental Health benefits that include paid time off and support services

Who We Are Looking For:

We value empathy in our team members and a dedication to clinical excellence, whatever your workstyle, above all else
While we are looking for both entrepreneurial big-thinkers and those dedicated simply to the day-to-day of treatment, successful candidates will understand that being clear is kind and that actions express priorities
Whether you are a seasoned clinician or a new graduate we are certain you will find your niche with us
Passion for the field of physical and occupational therapy
Proactive, collaborative, team-oriented attitude because we don’t work in silos
Commitment to and hunger for continued learning
Dedication to not only rehabilitating patients’ injuries but their confidence & vitality
Accomplishment from pairing your clinical skills with emotional intelligence
Celebrate wins and learn from losses with your patients, colleagues, & communities

A resonance with our SPEAR-IT values:  

Service
Passion
Empathy
Accountability
Respect
Impact
Teamwork

Physical Demand Capacity Consistent with published industry PDC norms:

Requires manual dexterity and general strength and endurance
Lifting: routinely loads of 5-35 lbs. from: Floor to waist/Waist to shoulder/Shoulder to overhead
Carrying: routinely loads of 5-10lbs for 40-50’
Pushing: routinely loads of 5-150lbs on casters, runners or pulleys
Sustaining a grip: routinely for 1-2 minutes of 40-50lbs
Guarding a “lift load” routinely of 120-140lbs

Qualifications:

Masters or Doctorate of Occupational Therapy degree
License to practice Occupational Therapy in the State of New York

What We Offer:

Mentorship Programs and Spear's award-winning Future Leaders Program (SFLP). 
Continuing Education Stipend; In-house CEU Opportunities for Monthly Manual Therapy Workshops; Physician Shadowing; Lectures. 
Student Loan Repayment Program.  
One Medical paid membership.
Learn more at onemedical.com/business
Mental Health benefits that include paid time off and support services through Journey Live & employer sponsored EAP program.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

We value empathy in our team members and a dedication to clinical excellence -- whatever your workstyle -- above all else. While we are looking for both entrepreneurial big-thinkers and those dedicated simply to the day-to-day of treatment, successful candidates will understand that being clear is kind and that actions express priorities. Whether you are a seasoned clinician or a new graduate we are certain you will find your niche with us.

Further success factors may include: 

A passion for the field of physical and occupational therapy. 

A proactive, collaborative, team-oriented attitude because we don’t work in silos.

A commitment to and hunger for continued learning.

A dedication to not only rehabilitating patients’ injuries but their confidence and vitality as well. 

A sense of accomplishment from pairing your clinical excellence with emotional intelligence. 

You celebrate wins and learn from losses with your patients, colleagues, and surrounding communities.

A resonance with our SPEAR-IT values: 

Service 

Passion 

Empathy 

Accountability 

Respect 

Impact 

Teamwork 

ABOUT US:

Spear Physical and Occupational Therapy is the nation’s leading outpatient practice. With more than 40 clinics in the New York Tri-State Area and 25 years of experience, Spear provides unprecedented patient access to physical and occupational therapy through its robust list of services covered by most major insurances. Since its founding, Spear has been honored by some of the top medical, academic, and business communities. Among these accolades, they have twice been named the nation’s top physical therapy practice by the American Physical Therapy Association and WebPT, received the Columbia Award for Leadership in Clinical Education, served as official therapists to Olympic teams and Broadway shows, and been featured for their expertise in The New York Times, CBS News, Good Morning America, The Today Show, and more. Learn more about Spear’s history of excellence at spearcenter.com.

About Us:

Spear Physical and Occupational Therapy is the nation’s leading outpatient practice. With 70+ clinics in the New York Tri-State Area and 25+ years of experience, Spear provides unprecedented patient access to physical and occupational therapy through its robust list of services covered by most major insurances. Since its founding, Spear has been honored by some of the top medical, academic, and business communities. Among these accolades, they have twice been named the nation’s top physical therapy practice by the American Physical Therapy Association and WebPT, received the Columbia Award for Leadership in Clinical Education, served as official therapists to Olympic teams and Broadway shows, and been featured for their expertise inThe New York Times, CBS News, Good Morning America, The Today Show,and more. Learn more about Spear’s history of excellence atspearcenter.com.

Spear Physical Therapy

Occupational Therapist / Hand Therapist

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Desired Qualifications

Qualifications:

What We Offer:

Who We Are Looking For:

A resonance with our SPEAR-IT values:

Physical Demand Capacity Consistent with published industry PDC norms:

Qualifications:

What We Offer:

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Spear Physical Therapy

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Spear Physical Therapy

Occupational Therapist / Hand Therapist

About the Job

Requirements

Responsibilities

Desired Qualifications

Qualifications:

What We Offer:

Who We Are Looking For:

A resonance with our SPEAR-IT values:

Physical Demand Capacity Consistent with published industry PDC norms:

Qualifications:

What We Offer:

About the Company

Spear Physical Therapy

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