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South County Orthopedic Specialists (SCOS), a Division of OrthoWest, is looking to hire a part-time to full-time Certified Hand Therapist (30 hours/week minimum is ideal)- starting in early September 2025.

This is a great opportunity to work closely with Dr. Patel, our new Hand Surgeon, Dr. Malhotra, and the rest of our team at SCOS. We are located in the heart of Laguna Woods, and we serve all ages! We always have a variety of interesting patients on our caseload.

We are looking for a knowledgeable and experienced Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) who is comfortable with the following:

Treatment for primarily post-operative UE diagnoses (Elbow/wrist/hand and occasional shoulder)- multi-trauma, flexor/extensor tendon repair, ORIF proximal phalanx, ORIF DRF/radius or ulna shaft/elbow/distal humerus, percutaneous pinning, MP/PIP silicone arthroplasty, complex RA post-op, extensor tendon centralization, Xiaflex manipulation, Dupuytren's fasciectomy, skin graft, arthrodesis, suspensionplasty, and many more!
Orthosis Fabrication- both standard and creative designs to fit patient/surgeon needs
Wound care and suture/staple removal
Managing walk-over patients on top of a full caseload (we see walk-over patients for education, orthosis fabrication, EXOS fitting, digisleeve fitting, and ROM programs almost daily)
Answering the telephone and communicating with patients to return messages and fulfill scheduling needs
Communicating with MD, PA, Ortho Techs, X-ray Techs, and MAs for ease of patient care

We are looking for a PT, CHT or OT, CHT who is willing to learn, is adaptable and values teamwork. We are willing to consider a PT or OT candidate who is sitting for the Fall 2025 CHT Exam.

If you are interested, please contact our Hand Center Director- Rachel Thomson- at . She would love to speak with you!

Compensation details: 35-55 Hourly Wage