Orthopedic Therapy Education Leader

OrthoNebraska; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

OrthoNebraska is seeking a Therapy Education Specialist to promote ongoing professional development of therapy staff. The role targets orthopedic interventions of the lower/upper extremity spine and serves as a mentor/consultant to advance treatments and outcomes across patient populations.

This full-time position emphasizes leadership in education, protocol development and cross-disciplinary collaboration to sustain evidence-based care and exceptional patient experiences.

Qualifications

• 3+ years minimum of experience as a physical or occupational therapist in an outpatient environment.
• Graduate of an approved physical therapy or occupational therapy program - required.
• Fully licensed to practice physical or occupational therapy in Nebraska and/or Iowa.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) within 60 days of hire.
• Advanced certifications (OCS, SCS, FAAOMPT, CHT, Cert MDT, NIOMPT, PRC or similar) preferred.
• Tenured experience may be considered in lieu of certifications.
• Strong communication and teaching abilities; ability to lead and mentor staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide and supervise quality patient care by following established guidelines.
• Approximately 30 hours a week dedicated to patient care (for 1.0 FTE).
• Monitor performance of therapy staff by data collection, coaching, education and role modeling.
• Collaborate on development of protocols and training programs.
• Lead education initiatives focused on evidence-based practices.
• Coordinate department orientation and onboarding for licensed staff.
• Establish annual competency requirements with department leadership.
• Mentor staff in patient care, physician communication and time management.
• Employee is responsible for all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Teaching / mentoring

Team orientation

Multitasking

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Project management

Education

Graduate PT/OT program

Job description

OrthoNebraska is seeking a Therapy Education Specialist to promote ongoing professional development of therapy staff. The role targets orthopedic interventions of the lower/upper extremity spine and serves as a mentor/consultant to advance treatments and outcomes across patient populations.

This full-time position emphasizes leadership in education, protocol development and cross-disciplinary collaboration to sustain evidence-based care and exceptional patient experiences.