Lymphedema Therapist

Fayette Chamber of Commerce; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Newnan Hospital in Newnan, GA is seeking an occupational therapist to provide therapy for a defined patient group, including evaluations and treatment modalities. You will supervise and collaborate with certified OT assistants, rehab technicians, students and observers to ensure quality care.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy, a GA license or compact privileges, BCLS, and current Lymphedema Therapy certification. New graduates are welcome to apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in occupational therapy is required.
• GA license or compact privileges are required.
• BCLS certification is required.
• Lymphedema therapy certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy for a designated group of patients, including evaluations, modalities, and treatments.
• Care for patients treated by certified occupational therapy assistants, rehabilitation technicians, students, and observers.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in occupational therapy

Current GA License as Occupational Therapist or compact privileges in Georgia

Current Certification in Lymphedema Therapy

BCLS - Basic Life Support through AHA

New Graduates eligible

Job description

Overview

Providing occupational therapy for a designated group of patients, including evaluations, modalities, and treatments. Responsible for the care of patients treated by certified occupational therapist assistants, rehabilitation technicians, students, and observers.

Responsibilities

Providing occupational therapy for a designated group of patients, including evaluations, modalities, and treatments. Responsible for the care of patients treated by certified occupational therapist assistants, rehabilitation technicians, students, and observers.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in occupational therapy Required
• New Graduates of Occupational Therapy program eligible

Licenses and Certifications

• Current Certification in Lymphedema Therapy Required
• Current GA License as Occupational Therapist or current compact privileges in Georgia Required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support through AHA Required

Piedmont Newnan Hospital