Occupational Therapist or Physical Therapist-Lymphedema Certified

AdventHealth•Mission, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Occupational Therapist or Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients as medically prescribed, professionally and in accordance with hospital standards, the corporate compliance plan, applicable laws and regulations, and accrediting-body requirements. The position is in an outpatient lymphedema clinic. The employer seeks a clinician certified in lymphedema and one of the following specialty areas: pelvic floor, oncology, or general OT/hand therapy. Candidates who are willing to pursue an additional specialty certification may also be considered. This is a 32-hour-per-week position scheduled Tuesday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; start and end times are flexible. The therapist evaluates and treats patients, develops individualized plans of care, documents care, educates patients and caregivers, and discharges patients when appropriate. The role also includes maintaining clinical competencies and quality standards, overseeing care provided by certified occupational therapy assistants and rehabilitation therapy aides, and participating in community education and outreach. The position is based at 9100 W 74th St, Shawnee Mission, Kansas 66204. The pay range is $32.26–$60.01.

Requirements

Required licensure as an Occupational Therapist (OT) or Physical Therapist (PT).
Required Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification.
Lymphedema certification and certification in pelvic floor, oncology, or general OT/hand therapy; candidates willing to pursue an additional specialty certification in addition to lymphedema certification may also be considered.
Ability to use basic computer applications, including Microsoft Office, Outlook, Windows, and electronic medical record 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.
Must meet the education level required by the relevant licensing or certifying body to obtain and maintain the required license or certification.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy or Physical Therapy is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform evaluations and re-evaluations using recommended techniques and standards.
Establish, implement, and adapt individualized treatment plans, including goals, treatment activities, and treatment frequency.
Document accurately, completely, and promptly using measurable, objective terminology.
Identify patient and caregiver education needs and provide teaching, including discharge recommendations.
Discharge patients when maximum benefit is achieved or in accordance with standards of practice and payer guidelines.
Charge patients accurately, promptly, and legibly.
Maintain clinical knowledge, use best or evidence-based practices, and serve as a clinical instructor.
Participate in practice changes resulting from performance-improvement activities and support departmental quality standards and initiatives.
Oversee care provided by certified occupational therapy assistants and rehabilitation therapy aides according to regulations and practice standards.
Apply employee and patient safety principles in daily work.
Meet departmental productivity standards through effective time management and clinical efficiency, and adjust work hours to meet patient needs as required.
Support consumer marketing and public awareness through community events, educational lectures, and other community outreach.
Perform other duties as assigned.