Certified Lymphedema Therapist

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Nebraska Medicine is excited to welcome a passionate and dedicated Certified Lymphedema Therapist to our team at the Lauritzen Outpatient Center!

Join a collaborative outpatient rehabilitation team providing specialized lymphedema care to a diverse patient population, including individuals with oncology, post-surgical, vascular, orthopedic, and chronic edema-related conditions. Based at the Lauritzen Outpatient Center, this role offers the opportunity to practice in a multidisciplinary setting dedicated to exceptional patient care.

As a valued member of the team, you will collaborate with oncology providers, surgeons, radiation oncologists, rehabilitation specialists, and other interdisciplinary team members to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care. This role also provides the opportunity to actively participate in the growth and development of oncology and lymphedema rehabilitation services, including program development, process improvement initiatives, and the expansion of specialty services to meet the evolving needs of our patient population.

We'd love for you to be part of our team!

Schedule:

• Full-Time
• Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Why Work at Nebraska Medicine?

• Together. Extraordinary. Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration.
• Leading Health Network Work with the region’s top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care.
• Dignity and Respect: We value all backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve.
• Educational Support Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs. Enjoy support for your personal growth within the organization, from those just starting their healthcare careers to those who are years down the path.

Be part of something extraordinary at Nebraska Medicine!

Duties:

Perform evaluation, planning, and implementation of lymphedema therapy treatments for outpatients. Assist with department goal setting, program planning, clinical instruction, and staff instruction in order to maintain a progressive educationally motivated staff. Carry out day to day communication and duties with teamwork and professionalism.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in physical or occupational therapy from an Accredited Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy (APTA, AOTA) program required.
• Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT) certificate completed within 30 days of hire or transfer.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills required. Strong team orientation required.
• Familiarity with items found in a typical PT and/or OT clinic (e.g., weights, exercise bikes, gait belts, ultrasound, traction, ambulatory devices, mats, etc.) required.
• Currently licensed as a physical therapist or occupational therapist in the state of Nebraska or current compact state license required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification upon completion of unit orientation required, must be from an American Heart Association (AHA) endorsed program (effective for new hires starting January 1, 2023 or later).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Rehabilitation experience preferred.