Physical Therapy Clinical Specialist, Lymphedema Clinic

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**Potential Sign on Bonus Available up to $5,000 & Relocation Assistance**

EDUCATION:

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy school.

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

• PT-Physical Therapist

• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

Must possess one of the following:

• CHT-Certified Hand Therapist – Hand Therapy Certification Commission

• OR ABPTS-American Board of Physical Therapy Specialist Certification – American Board of Physical Therapy

• OR CBIS-Certified Brain Injury Specialist – Brain Injury Association of America

• OR PRPC-Pelvic Rehabilitation Practitioner Certified – Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute (H&W)

• OR PORI-Certified Oncology Therapist & Certified Oncology Specialist by Physiological Oncology Rehabilitation Institute

• OR LANA-Certified Lymphedema Therapist by the Lymphology Association of North America

• OR AOTA-Advanced Practice Certification - Board Certification in Gerontology, Mental Health, Pediatrics, or Physical Rehabilitation

• OR CWS-Certified Wound Specialist for PT, OT by the American Board of Wound Management

• OR COMT-Certified Orthopedic Musculoskeletal Therapist by the North American Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy

• OR Fellowship Programs accredited by the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists

• OR CCIP-1 and CCIP-2-Physical Therapist Credentialed Clinical Instructor by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)

• OR IBCLC-International Board Certified Lactation Consultant by the International Board Certified Lactation Consultant Commission

• OR Duke/Emory University University of Pitt Vestibular Rehabilitation Competency Based Course & Certification

• OR ATP - Assistive Technology Professional Certification by RESNA (Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America)

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

• 5 years inclusive of experience required for specific specialty certification

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Collaborates with key stakeholders in developing solutions.

• Critical thinking, complex problems solving, decisive judgment and ability to work independently.

• Knowledge and application of professional practice and regulatory requirements.

• Ability to work in demanding work environment, organize multiple priorities completing work duties within expected time lines and requirements.

• Computer and required technology proficiency/competencies.

• Demonstrates effective and efficient professional communication (verbal & written) skills as well as interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, teamwork/collaboration, customer service and community relations abilities.

• Able to retain and apply new knowledge & skills.

• Keeps abreast of professional practice development and advancement.

• Clinical specialty area depth knowledge and skill level demonstrated by certification & specialty practice competencies.

• Ability to teach/educate others, public speaking.

• Ability to assess competencies.

• Ability to develop training materials and competency assessments.

• Ability to extract EBP information and apply to clinical practice and training materials.

• Complex problem solver within and outside of department. Analyzes data/information from multiple sources. Collaborates with key stakeholders in developing solutions.

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Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.