Certified Lymphedema Therapist & Program Lead

Anna Jaques Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health seeks a Certified Lymphedema Therapist / Lymphedema Surveillance Program Lead to join the BIDMC/DFCI team in Massachusetts. The role blends direct patient care with program leadership, overseeing surveillance activities and coordinating multidisciplinary collaboration to advance high-quality cancer-related lymphedema care.

The position emphasizes clinical expertise, supervision of staff, data collection, and ongoing program development within a comprehensive care

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist with active licensure in MA.
• Certified Lymphedema Therapist certification required.
• Minimum 10 years of related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of patients with or at risk for cancer-related lymphedema within BIDMC rehabilitation.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and educate patients and caregivers.
• Lead day-to-day operations of the surveillance program and supervise research assistants.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary meetings and support program growth and quality improvement.

Skills

Clinical evaluation & treatment

Team leadership & program oversight

Communication skills

Time management

Education

PT/OT license

Lymphedema Therapist Certification

CPR Certification

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health seeks a Certified Lymphedema Therapist / Lymphedema Surveillance Program Lead to join the BIDMC/DFCI team in Massachusetts. The role blends direct patient care with program leadership, overseeing surveillance activities and coordinating multidisciplinary collaboration to advance high-quality cancer-related lymphedema care.

The position emphasizes clinical expertise, supervision of staff, data collection, and ongoing program development within a comprehensive care