Occupational Therapist or Physical Therapist-Lymphedema Certified

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The Occupational Therapist or Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients as medically prescribed, in a professional manner and within hospital standards, adhering to the corporate compliance plan and all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state, and federal agencies, and accrediting bodies.

This position will be in our Outpatient Lymphedema Clinic. We are looking for someone who is dual certified in lymphedema and one of the following specialty areas: pelvic floor, oncology, or general OT/hand therapy. However, we would also consider candidates who are willing to pursue an additional specialty certification.

32-hour/week position

Tuesday through Friday

8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (we are flexible on the start and end time)

• Performs evaluations and re-evaluations using recommended techniques and standards.
• Establishes, implements, and adapts individualized treatment plans, including goal setting, treatment activities, and frequency.
• Documents accurately, completely, and timely using measurable and objective terminology.
• Identifies the need for patient and caregiver education and utilizes opportunities for teaching, including discharge recommendations.
• Discharges patients when maximum benefit is achieved or according to standards of practice and payer guidelines.
• Charges patients accurately, timely, and legibly.
• Practices principles of professional development and performance improvements by maintaining clinical knowledge, using best and or evidence-based practices, and serving as a Clinical instructor.
• Participates in practice changes resulting from performance improvement activities and supports departmental quality standards and initiatives.
• Maintains clinical competencies through professional development, best practices, and serving as a clinical instructor.
• Oversees the care provided by certified occupational therapy assistants and rehabilitation therapy aides, according to established regulations and practice standards
• Practices principles of employee and patient safety in daily job activities.
• Maintains productivity standards as defined by the department, through effective time management and clinical efficiency and adjusts work hours to meet the needs of the patients as required.
• Supports consumer marketing and public awareness through participation in community events, educational lectures, and other extensions of clinical expertise to the community.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Basic computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, Windows, and electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
• Ability to read, write, and speak conversational English effectively.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written, verbal, and electronic formats with patients, staff, physicians, nurses, and administrators.

Education:

• Master's [Preferred]

Field of Study:

• in Occupational Therapy OR Physical Therapy

Additional Information:

• Education requirements for this position are determined by the licensing or certification standards set forth by the relevant certifying body. Applicants must possess the level of education mandated for eligibility to obtain and maintain the required license or certification.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Occupational Therapist (OT) [Required] OR Physical Therapist [PT]
• Lymphedema Certified

AND

• One of the following specialty areas: pelvic floor, oncology, or general OT/hand therapy.
  • However, we would also consider candidates who are willing to pursue an additional specialty certification in addition to their Lymphedema Certification.

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)

• Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/2vvwrzem

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.