Lymphedema Specialist - Physical Therapist

About the role

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.

$10,000 sign-on bonus available for a limited time!

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats patients with lymphedema of the upper extremities, lower extremities, head/neck, breast and genitals using Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT).
• Guides patients through their lymphedema maintenance program, including measuring for custom and ready-to-wear garments, developing home exercise programs, and assisting with the process of obtaining specialized equipment such as pneumatic compression pumps.
• Collaborates closely with other hospital departments and fosters teamwork to deliver high-quality care to patients.
• Affords expert, patient-centered care and improves the quality of life for individuals with lymphedema and related conditions.

Requirements

• Successfully completed training with a certified lymphedema training course (e.g., Klose Training, Norton Training).
• Active MA Physical Therapy license.
• Absolutely required to be American Heart Association – Basic Life Support (BLS) certified.

Qualifications

• Education: BS Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Experience: Minimum of two years as a licensed physical therapist with professional, clinical experience in a physical therapy setting.

Skills

• Knowledge of Physical Therapy theory and practice.
• Ability to observe, assess and record objective findings, symptoms, reactions and progress.
• Ability to effectively communicate medical information, test results, diagnoses, and/or proposed treatment in a manner easily understood by the patient.
• Knowledge of Physical Therapy services, facilities and equipment.
• Ability to assess individual patient needs.
• Skill in maintaining patient medical record.
• Knowledge of range of therapy methods and techniques.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety and/or infection control standards.
• Ability to use independent judgement and to manage and impart confidential information.
• Ability to provide leadership and mentorship.

Benefits

• Flexible schedules.
• Mentorship program.
• Career Ladder for professional growth/advancement.
• 5 paid education days/Medbridge subscription.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Full health and dental insurance.
• 403B Match for retirement.
• Generous earned time policy.
• Free parking.

Pay

The pay range listed for this position is $41.08 – $57.52.