Rehabilitation Clinical Specialist

1004 Lehigh Valley Hospital; Cedar Crest (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network in the Lehigh Valley area is seeking a rehabilitation clinician to provide direct patient care under Rehab Leadership, with licensure in PT, OT, or SLP. The role emphasizes staff mentorship, competency development, and participation in ongoing performance improvement initiatives across the rehab continuum.

You will support education, apply evidence-based practice, and ensure seamless transitions of care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in PT, OT, and/or SLP required.
• Minimum 2 years clinical experience with board certification.
• Ability to function independently and collaborate with staff.
• Ability to teach clinical skills to staff and students.
• BLS certification and PA licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under Rehab Leadership and Clinical Team Leader.
• Assist with orientation and staff training; support competencies.
• Contribute to performance improvement initiatives and workflows.
• Promote education and evidence-based practice; facilitate transitions of care.

Skills

Independent functioning

Teaching clinical skills

Clinical assessment skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and/or Speech‑Language Pathology.

Licensed Physical Therapist - State of Pennsylvania

Licensed Speech Language Pathologist - State of Pennsylvania

Licensed Occupational Therapist - State of Pennsylvania

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

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.

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Position Details

Work Shift: Day Shift
Address: 1503 N Cedar Crest Blvd
Primary Location: Coordinated Health- 1503 Cedar Crest
Position Type: Onsite
Union: Not Applicable
Work Schedule: M-F 8 hour shift, variable between 7a-7p
Department: 1004-00018 Rehab Services A5 1503 Neuro Dest - CH
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