Rehabilitation Clinical Specialist

1004 Lehigh Valley Hospital; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network seeks rehabilitation professionals to provide direct patient care under Rehab Leadership and Clinical Team Leader guidance. You will assist in staff orientation, competency development, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.

You will apply evidence-based treatment, document outcomes, and participate in ongoing professional development to improve care transitions across the rehab continuum.

Qualifications

• Minimum: Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and/or Speech-Language Pathology.
• 2 years clinical experience and Board Certification.
• State licensure as applicable (PA).
• American Heart Association BLS required in PA.
• Ability to teach clinical skills.

Responsibilities

• Models treatment approach using evidence-based practice and current healthcare trends while delivering direct patient care.
• Apply research in practice by sharing findings with colleagues and contributing to performance improvement projects.
• Develop clinical competencies and participate in continuing education and guidelines.

Skills

Clinical experience

Independent work

Educator abilities

CPR/BLS

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in PT/OT/SLP

Master’s Degree in PT/OT/SLP

Doctorate in PT/OT/SLP

Job description

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.

LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.

Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary Promotes

Enhanced collaboration and quality of care by working under the direction of Rehab Leadership and the Clinical Team Leader to provide direct patient care associated with clinical licensure and specialty. Assists in the orientation and mentorship of staff. Assists in the facilitation and completion of ongoing and annual staff competencies. Assists in the completion of performance improvement and department specific initiatives to improve quality and optimize work flows. Fosters staff education and evidence based practice. Facilitates seamless transitions of care throughout the rehabilitation continuum.

Job Duties

Models treatment approach by utilizing current evidence based practice and healthcare trends while providing direct patient care. Applies research in practice via direct patient care, sharing findings with co-workers and/or professional community, collecting data, and facilitating involvement in current and future performance improvement projects. Assists with the development clinical competencies, continuing education activities, treatment protocols, and clinical practice guidelines.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and/or Speech-Language Pathology.
• 2 years Clinical experience and Board Certification.
• Ability to function independently, flexible, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with staff and patients.
• Ability to teach clinical skills.
• Skill in monitoring/assessing the performance of self, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania.
• Upon Hire PT - Licensed Physical Therapist - State of Pennsylvania.
• Upon Hire or SLP - Licensed Speech Language Pathologist - State of Pennsylvania.
• Upon Hire or OT - Licensed Occupational Therapist - State of Pennsylvania.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and/or Speech-Language Pathology.
• or Doctorate Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and/or Speech-Language Pathology.

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer

This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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Work Shift / Location

Work Shift: Day Shift
Address: 2545 Schoenersville Rd
Primary Location: Lehigh Valley Hospital- Muhlenberg
Position Type: Onsite
Union: Not Applicable
Work Schedule: Monday to Friday as clinical schedule requires; Generally 800A-430P
Department: 1004-06025 IRF Therapy - Muhl

About LVHN

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is the region’s largest employer and health care provider of choice. Our nearly 20,000 health care professionals take pride in what they do and are driven by our mission to heal, comfort and care for the people of our community.

LVHN is honored to be certified as a Great Place to Work®. LVHN’s culture of trust – and the positive things colleagues said about working at LVHN when surveyed by Great Place to Work and Fortune – align perfectly with what makes a great workplace. This designation tells you that LVHN is a great place to work from hire to retire. If you are someone who aligns with LVHN’s core values – Compassion, Integrity, Collaboration and Excellence – you will have a rewarding and successful career here.