Description

Occupational Therapist
Location: Berkeley, CA
Agency: Cynet Health
Pay: $2,819 per week
Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 7/27/2026

About the Position

Job Title: Occupational Therapist Profession: Therapy/Rehabilitation Specialty: Outpatient Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Day Hours per Shift: 8 hours Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of experience in an outpatient hand therapy setting License: CA Occupational Therapist License Certifications: BLS, Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) preferred, but not required Must-Have: Expertise in splint fabrication for post-operative cases, acute injuries, and chronic conditions. Experience treating a wide range of orthopedic upper extremity diagnoses. Experience with post-operative conditions, acute injuries, workers compensation cases, and chronic disorders. Ability to work with a patient population spanning from pre-teens to geriatric individuals. Description: The ideal candidate will have demonstrated proficiency in hand therapy. Candidates should possess a strong background in splint fabrication. A thorough understanding of various orthopedic upper extremity diagnoses is essential. The role requires teamwork and collaboration within an interdisciplinary support framework. Candidates will be responsible for patient assessments, progress evaluations, and program planning. Communication with patients and families is vital to ensure successful therapy outcomes. Knowledge of safety and injury prevention is critical in this position. Familiarity with specialized techniques such as myofascial release, kinesiotaping, and lymphedema management is preferred. This role involves the delivery of care to a diverse patient population. A commitment to continued professional development and training is encouraged.

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• BLS
• Skills Checklist
• Specialty Exam