About this Certified Lymphedema Therapist - Full Time role at Nebraska Medicine
Serious Medicine is what we do. Being extraordinary is who we are. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding this promise to our patients and their families.
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 and supportive team where you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients every day. At Nebraska Medicine, we work alongside physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver Serious Medicine. Extraordinary Care.
Recognized by Forbes as one of America's top employers and a leading employer in Nebraska, Nebraska Medicine is a place where you can grow your career while making a lasting impact.
We'd love for you to be part of our team!
Shift:
- Full Time and benefits eligible (1.0 FTE / 40 hours per week)
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 for OT and 6 months of hire for PT.
- 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.
Nebraska Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans’ status.
