Rehabilitation Clinical Specialist

Lehigh Valley Health Network, Inc.; Cetronia (PA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network, Inc. is seeking a Rehabilitation Clinical Specialist to deliver high-quality patient care within the Neuro Rehab team. You will work under clinical leadership to support education, competencies, and evidence-based practice.

The role emphasizes collaboration, mentorship of staff, and participation in performance improvement projects that enhance care transitions across the rehabilitation continuum. Day shift, Mon-Fri, on-site in Allentown, PA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and/or Speech-Language Pathology.
• Minimum 2 years of clinical experience.
• Ability to function independently with integrity.
• Board Certification and PA licensure upon hire or as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under Rehab Leadership direction.
• Assist in orientation and mentorship of staff.
• Support ongoing staff competencies and performance improvement initiatives.
• Incorporate evidence-based practice into patient care and share findings.
• Facilitate transitions of care within the rehabilitation continuum.

Skills

Clinical experience

Independent work

Teaching clinical skills

BLS certified

Education

Bachelor’s Degree PT/OT/SLP

Job description

Full-TimeDay ShiftDepartmentRehab Services A5 1503 Neuro Dest - CHShift DetailsDay Shift, M-F 8 hour shift, variable between 7a-7pJob IDwd-JR139033PostedOctober 1, 2026Rehabilitation Clinical SpecialistJoin a team that delivers excellence.Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is home to nearly 23,000 colleagues who make up our talented, vibrant and diverse workforce.Join our team and experience firsthand what it's like to be part of a healthcare organization that's nationally recognized, forward-thinking and offers plenty of opportunity to do great work.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.SummaryPromotes 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 DutiesModels 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 QualificationsBachelor’s Degree Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and/or Speech-Language Pathology.2 years Clinical experience and Board CertificationAbility 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 HirePT - Licensed Physical Therapist - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire orSLP - Licensed Speech Language Pathologist - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire orOT - Licensed Occupational Therapist - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire orPreferred QualificationsMaster’s Degree Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and/or Speech-Language Pathology. orDoctorate Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and/or Speech-Language Pathology.Physical DemandsLift 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.https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUYLehigh Valley Health Network does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Agencies should not forward resumes to our job aliases, our employees or any other organization location. Lehigh Valley Health Network is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes..LocationCoordinated Health- 1503 Cedar Crest1503 N Cedar Crest Blvd, 18104-2302, Allentown, United States (Map)