Lymphedema Therapist - PRN
Wellstar Health Systems

Facility: 1800 Parkway Center

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas truly matter? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence, and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We're proud to be a shining example of what's possible when dedicated professionals come together to make a difference in healthcare and in people's lives.

As a Certified Lymphedema Physical Therapist , you'll assess, plan, organize, and participate in rehabilitative programs that improve mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and prevent deformity for patients recovering from injury or illness. You'll deliver services across the entire continuum of care, always with a focus on quality and customer satisfaction, while ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards.

Core Responsibilities:

Patient Assessment:

• Collaborate with physicians to establish and evaluate treatment programs, goals, and discharge plans tailored to each patient's physical therapy needs.
  
• Work with patients and their families to create realistic care and discharge plans.
  

• Implement individualized physical therapy treatment plans.
  
• Choose engaging activities to help patients progress toward their goals.
  
• Revise treatment goals with patient and family input and provide ongoing education and training.
  
• Offer discharge instructions and connect patients with community resources as needed.
  

• Maintain clear documentation of evaluations and care plans following departmental guidelines.
  
• Accurately record each treatment session and complete necessary paperwork on time.
  

• Uphold the highest ethical standards in all practices.
  
• Embrace diversity and collaborate effectively within a team.
  
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information and adhere to attendance policies.
  
• Communicate clearly and participate actively in meetings and training sessions.
  
• Organize your workload efficiently and utilize resources safely.
  

• Lead the industry with innovation, technology, and exceptional service.
  
• Make a positive impact on the lives of employees and patients.
  
• Apply AIDET principles consistently in every interaction.
  
• Foster a supportive, respectful environment that encourages teamwork.
  

• Engage in continuous professional growth and complete all required educational activities.
  
• Participate in training new employees and meet all licensure requirements.
  

• Doctorate, Master's, or Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
  

• Physical Therapist license required upon hire.
  
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
  

• Previous experience as a Physical Therapist is preferred.
  

• Strong communication skills, customer service focus, teamwork mindset, and basic computer skills.