Certified Lymphedema Therapist - Full Time

Nebraska Medicine•Omaha, NE

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Nebraska Medicine is hiring a full-time Certified Lymphedema Therapist to work with outpatients at the Lauritzen Outpatient Center. The therapist evaluates patients, plans and implements lymphedema therapy treatments, and contributes to department goal setting, program planning, clinical instruction, and staff instruction. The role involves day-to-day communication and professional teamwork with colleagues and other healthcare professionals.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in physical or occupational therapy from an accredited APTA or AOTA program.
Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT) certificate completed within 30 days of hire for occupational therapists or within 6 months of hire for physical therapists.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills and a strong team orientation.
Familiarity with items found in a typical physical or occupational therapy clinic, such as weights, exercise bikes, gait belts, ultrasound, traction, ambulatory devices, and mats.
Current Nebraska or compact-state license as a physical therapist or occupational therapist.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification upon completion of unit orientation, from an American Heart Association-endorsed program; this requirement applies to new hires starting January 1, 2023 or later.

Nice To Haves

Rehabilitation experience.

Responsibilities

Evaluate outpatients and plan and implement lymphedema therapy treatments.
Assist with department goal setting and program planning.
Contribute to clinical instruction and staff instruction to support a progressive, education-focused staff.
Carry out day-to-day communication and duties with teamwork and professionalism.