Lymphedema Certified Therapist

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive evaluations for patients with lymphedema
• Develop and implement individualized plans of care
• Provide Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT) including:
• Manual lymphatic drainage (MLD)
• Compression bandaging and garment education
• Skin care education
• Therapeutic exercise
• Educate patients and caregivers on self-management techniques
• Accurately document care in the EMR
• Communicate with physicians and interdisciplinary care teams
• Ensure compliance with home health regulations and agency standards
• Assess, treat, and monitor skin integrity issues and wounds commonly associated with lymphedema, including:
• Weeping edema
• Venous stasis ulcers
• Pressure injuries
• Moisture-associated skin damage (MASD)
• Cellulitis prevention and early identification
• Perform basic to moderate wound care as ordered, including cleansing, dressing selection, and compression-compatible wound management as it pertains to lymphedema

Requirements

• Qualifications:
• Licensed Physical Therapist (PT) or Occupational Therapist (OT) in the state of practice
• Current Lymphedema Certification (required)
• Home health experience preferred (but not required)
• Strong clinical assessment and patient education skills
• Caregiver-friendly and compassionate approach to care
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel within the service area