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Lymphedema Therapist

United Health Services

Binghamton, NY
1 month ago
$40.70 - $61.05

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Job Description

Join United Health Services as a Lymphedema Therapist in Binghamton, NY, where you'll provide exceptional care and innovative therapies for patients with lymphedema. This full-time position offers a collaborative environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a commitment to patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide specialized care to patients with lymphedema
  • Perform comprehensive patient evaluations
  • Utilize Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT) techniques
  • Teach patients and caregivers self-care strategies
  • Develop personalized home exercise programs
  • Ensure accurate documentation
  • Advocate and coordinate care for patients
  • Collaborate with healthcare providers
  • Assist patients in obtaining appropriate compression garments
  • Engage in quality improvement initiatives
  • Lead and educate as a lymphedema expert
  • Participate in research and innovation

Required Qualifications

  • Licensed Occupational or Physical Therapist
  • Lymphedema Therapy Certification or eligibility to complete within 3 months
  • NYS license or eligibility to be licensed as a practicing Occupational or Physical Therapist
  • CPR certification within the first 3 months of employment

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous clinical experience in lymphedema therapy
  • Previous clinical experience in hospital-based inpatient services and/or outpatient therapy services
  • National Board Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision)Voluntary benefits (pet insurance, identity theft protection, legal services, life insurance)403(b) retirement plan with company matchImmediate accrual of paid time offWellness rewards programEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Free access to online training and development courses