Lymphedema Certified Occupational Therapist

Orlando Health; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Florida is seeking a Lymphedema Certified Occupational Therapist to support growing oncology and lymphedema services. The successful candidate will evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, and provide necessary education. This full-time position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy and a valid Florida license. The role will involve work at two locations in Clermont and Orlando, with a focus on delivering comprehensive care for patients suffering from lymphedema.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an approved program in occupational therapy is required.
• Maintains current Occupational Therapist license in Florida.
• Current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients, gathering data from multiple sources.
• Develop treatment plans with specific goals and objectives.
• Provide patient/family education as needed.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Treatment Plan Development

Patient Education

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Position Summary

Department: Orlando Health Medical Group - Outpatient Rehab

Status: Full-Time | 40 hours per week

Shift: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm

Title: Lymphedema Certified Occupational Therapist

Address of Practice: This position will be split between our 2440 Hooks St, Clermont FL location and 1222 S Orange Ave, Orlando locations for patient needs.

This position is for a Certified Lymphedema Therapist Occupational Therapist to split time between two clinics to support growing need for oncology and lymphedema services. We work closely with our physician partners to support all causes of lymphedema, including primary, oncologic related, and vascular.

Orlando Health Medical Group is a comprehensive physician group serving patients from across the southeastern United States. With more than 200 practices and 1,200 physicians, Orlando Health Medical Group has a strong representation in over 55 specialties, including cardiology, vascular medicine, orthopedics, oncology, digestive health, neurology, neurosurgery, bariatric surgery, general surgery, bone marrow transplant and critical care medicine, as well as more than 30 pediatric subspecialties, women’s health, primary care and the largest hospitalist program in Florida.

Orlando Health Medical Group is part of the Orlando Health system of care, which includes 24 award-winning hospitals and ERs, 9 specialty institutes, 14 urgent care centers, 100+ primary care practices and more than 60 outpatient facilities that span Florida’s east to west coasts and beyond. Collectively, we honor our 100-year legacy by providing care for more than 142,000 inpatient and 3.9 million outpatient visits each year.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Evaluates patients, gathering data from the patient, physician, interdisciplinary team meetings if available, family and significant other persons and data sources.
• Develops treatment plans which integrate with the continuum of care and have specific goals and objectives.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to treat and provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned caseload.
• Demonstrates the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to their age‑specific needs, and to provide the care needed as delineated in the department policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates competency in the use, care and maintenance of profession specific equipment, observing safety precautions and providing verbal explanations of the equipment and its purpose.
• Re‑evaluates and modifies treatment plan and goals when appropriate, and prepares written documentation as required by the department, and the care team.
• Recognizes and communicates when the patient has received optimal benefit from therapy.
• Ensures complete documentation and accurate billing.
• Adheres to State Practice Act and Standards of Practice.
• Provides patient/family education as indicated.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

Other Related Functions

• Participates in Performance Improvement, program development, student supervision, assigned committees, safety and infection control, as required.
• Demonstrates an awareness of legal issues, patient rights and compliance with regulatory and accrediting agencies.
• Attends rehabilitation meetings, in‑services, and any patient care meetings that are required for the assignment.
• Practices efficient use and selection of supplies and equipment.
• Instructs support personnel in their duties as necessary.

Qualifications

Education/Training

Bachelor’s degree or higher from an approved program in occupational therapy.

Licensure/Certification

• Maintains current Occupational Therapist license in the State of Florida – temporary permit acceptable.
• Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.

Experience

None.