Certified Hand Therapist/ Occupational Therapist at Boston Orthopaedics & Spine

New Clinic Launch November 2026!

Certified Hand Therapist / Occupational Therapist

Boston Orthopaedic & Spine | Cambridge & Waltham, MA

Pay:

Ranges $90,000 - $130,000

Join Our New Team at Boston Orthopaedic & Spine Therapy Clinic

At Boston Orthopaedic & Spine, we believe every patient deserves exceptional, individualized orthopedic care. Whether helping a young athlete recover from an injury, supporting an active adult returning to the activities they love, or improving quality of life for someone managing chronic pain, our mission is to deliver advanced care that restores function and promotes lifelong wellness.

As we continue to grow, Boston Orthopaedic & Spine is excited to expand the

continuum of care

we provide our patients through the addition of on-site Physical and Occupational Therapy services.

We are seeking a passionate and skilled

Certified Hand Therapist / Occupational Therapist

to join our growing rehabilitation team and play an important role in this exciting expansion.

A Unique Opportunity to Help Build Something New

This position offers a unique opportunity to join Boston Orthopaedic & Spine during an exciting period of growth.

You will initially work within the physician office, side-by-side with our orthopedic hand team, providing direct access to physicians and creating a highly collaborative approach to patient care. This environment provides an excellent opportunity to develop strong relationships with our orthopedic providers while delivering coordinated care to patients with upper-extremity and hand conditions.

You will then have the opportunity to assist with the buildout, development, and launch of our new PT/OT clinic in Waltham, anticipated to open in November–December 2026.

This is an ideal opportunity for a clinician who wants to do more than simply step into an established therapy clinic—you will have the opportunity to help shape a new rehabilitation program from the ground up while being supported by an established orthopedic practice.

Position Summary

The Certified Hand Therapist / Occupational Therapist will evaluate and treat patients with orthopedic, hand, and upper-extremity conditions, helping them regain function, independence, and confidence in their daily lives.

The ideal candidate is a motivated clinician who values clinical excellence, collaboration, and exceptional patient outcomes and is excited about contributing to the development and growth of a new PT/OT program.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations to identify impairments, functional limitations, and activity restrictions.
• Develop and implement individualized, goal-driven treatment plans for hand, upper-extremity, and orthopedic conditions.
• Deliver skilled occupational and hand therapy interventions using evidence-based treatment techniques.
• Work collaboratively and side-by-side with orthopedic physicians and the hand team to promote seamless communication and continuity of care.
• Provide functional training to support patients returning to daily activities, work, sports, and recreational activities.
• Educate patients and caregivers regarding home exercise programs, adaptive strategies, injury prevention, and long-term management.
• Accurately document evaluations, treatment sessions, progress notes, and discharge summaries in accordance with clinical and regulatory standards.
• Assist with the development, buildout, and launch of the new Waltham PT/OT clinic.
• Help establish workflows and processes that support an exceptional patient and provider experience as rehabilitation services expand.
• Participate in team meetings, professional development, and initiatives supporting continued clinical and program growth.
• Foster a positive, professional, and patient-centered rehabilitation experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Valid Massachusetts Occupational Therapy license
• Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) credential preferred.
• Outpatient orthopedic and/or hand therapy experience strongly preferred.
• Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while thriving within a multidisciplinary orthopedic practice.
• Interest in helping develop and grow a new rehabilitation program.
• Passion for helping patients regain function, independence, and confidence.

What We Offer

• A unique opportunity to work directly alongside an orthopedic hand team within the physician practice.
• The opportunity to help build, launch, and work at the brand-new PT/OT clinic in Waltham.
• Close collaboration and direct access to orthopedic physicians and specialists.
• A varied orthopedic, hand, and upper-extremity patient population.
• The opportunity to play an important role in expanding Boston Orthopaedic & Spine's continuum of care.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• The support of an established orthopedic organization committed to clinical excellence and exceptional patient outcomes.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

License/Certification

• Massachusetts Occupational Therapy License (Required)

Location

This position will initially be based in the Cambridge physician office, working collaboratively with the orthopedic hand team, with a planned transition to the new Waltham PT/OT clinic following its anticipated November–December 2026 launch.

Work Location

In person

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