Lymphedema Therapist (PT/OT/PTA) — Sign-On Bonus

Carle Health; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT), Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA), or Occupational Therapist (OT) to evaluate and treat patients of all ages. Lymphedema certification is preferred but not required. The compensation range will vary with licensure and may differ from the posting.

Role requires full-time schedule, M-F, 8-hour days, with potential for other shift combinations. Sign-on bonus is available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field (e.g., Physical Therapy)
• Physical Therapy licensure as PT in the appropriate state
• BLS certification within 30 days
• Completion of required continuing education for acute stroke care

Responsibilities

• Performs patient transfers with safe mechanics and uses proper body mechanics to minimize risk.
• Educates patients and families using effective teaching methods.
• Designs and adjusts a plan of care with goals, treatment, outcomes, and discharge planning.
• Evaluates clinical findings to determine PT diagnoses and treatment outcomes.
• Documents in accordance with CTSCP67 and clinical policies.
• Screens patients to determine need for further therapy and uses appropriate staff.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Physical Therapy

Licensed Physical Therapist (PT) - IDFPR

Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA

Job description

Carle Health is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT), Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA), or Occupational Therapist (OT) to evaluate and treat patients of all ages. Lymphedema certification is preferred but not required. The compensation range will vary with licensure and may differ from the posting.

Role requires full-time schedule, M-F, 8-hour days, with potential for other shift combinations. Sign-on bonus is available.