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Now Hiring: OTR – Hand Therapy Specialist (Part-Time & PRN)
Elite Clinical Opportunity at Pacific Coast Post-Acute
Are you a specialized OTR looking for a high-impact, premium-pay role in a premier clinical setting? Pacific Coast Post-Acute in Salinas is seeking a highly skilled Occupational Therapist (OTR) with a focus on Hand Therapy to join our elite rehabilitation team.
The Opportunity
- Position: OTR – Hand Therapy Specialist
- Location: Pacific Coast Post-Acute - Salinas, CA (Beautiful Monterey County)
- Starting Rate: $74-$75.00 per hour
- Availability: Part-Time & PRN Options (Maximum Flexibility)
Why Choose Pacific Coast Post-Acute?
- Premium Specialized Pay: We recognize your advanced clinical expertise with an industry-leading rate of $74- $75/hr .
- Unmatched Facilities: Practice in one of the largest rehab gyms in the region, featuring a full ADL Suite (functional kitchen and laundry) for real-world recovery simulation.
- Clinical Autonomy: Lead the hand therapy program for complex post-surgical cases, traumatic injuries, and chronic upper extremity conditions.
- Coastal Lifestyle: Work in a facility known for its commitment to diversity and excellence, just minutes from the Monterey Peninsula.
Your Impact & Specialized Responsibilities
- Advanced Hand Diagnostics: Conduct comprehensive evaluations of the hand and upper extremity, including sensory testing, ROM, and strength.
- Post-Surgical Protocols: Implement evidence-based recovery plans for tendon repairs, fractures, nerve compressions, and joint replacements.
- Custom Orthotic Fabrication: Design, fabricate, and fit custom splints to protect healing tissue and maximize functional outcomes.
- Functional Integration: Bridge the gap between clinical exercises and daily life using our state-of-the-art ADL simulation suite.
- Interdisciplinary Leadership: Serve as the subject matter expert for the rehab team on all upper extremity and hand-related rehabilitation.
Qualifications
- Licensure: Current, valid California Occupational Therapist (OTR) license.
- Specialization: Proven experience in Hand Therapy. (CHT certification is a plus, but significant clinical experience in hand specialty is accepted).
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in manual therapy, wound care, and custom splinting.
- Passion: A commitment to elevating the standard of post-acute rehabilitation.
Ready to bring your specialized expertise to an elite team?
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
From PACS Group's job posting, checked Oct 24, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About PACS Group
PACS Group operates 275 (source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information, opens in a new tab) Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing homes in 16 (source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information, opens in a new tab) states. Its job board posts jobs for nurses, nursing assistants and therapists. Source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information
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