UVA Orthopedic Center - Hand Therapist - OT/PT/CHT - Charlottesville, VA

UVA Health is seeking a compassionate and skilled Hand Therapist to join our dynamic outpatient therapy team. This role is open to both licensed Physical Therapists and Occupational Therapists with specialized training and experience in hand and upper extremity rehabilitation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and treat patients with upper extremity conditions, including post-surgical cases, fractures, tendon injuries, arthritis, nerve injuries, and repetitive strain disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans focused on restoring function, reducing pain, and promoting recovery.
• Fabricate custom splints/orthoses as appropriate to support rehabilitation goals.
• Educate patients and families on therapeutic techniques, home exercise programs, and injury prevention strategies.
• Collaborate with referring physicians, surgeons, and other healthcare team members to ensure continuity and quality of care.
• Document patient progress in accordance with departmental standards and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in departmental meetings, professional development, and evidence-based practice initiatives.

Why Join UVA Health?

• Work with a team of experienced clinicians in a supportive environment.
• Access to continuing education and professional growth opportunities.
• Be part of a nationally recognized health system committed to innovation, excellence, and patient care.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy or Physical Therapy
Experience: 3 years of occupational therapy or physical therapy experience preferred. Certified Hand Therapist preferred or desire to obtain CHT.
Licensure: Licensed to practice in Occupational Therapy or Physical Therapy in the Commonwealth of Virginia. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires frequently bending/stooping/traveling (distance: ½ mile). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

The University of Virginia, i ncluding the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physicians Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experience. We are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.