Lymphedema Occupational Therapist- Part Time

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East Cooper Medical Center is one of South Carolina's leaders in healthcare. Our approach to medicine is designed to provide patients with successful outcomes, fast recovery times, and a better quality of life. Our hospital combines technology and clinical expertise with compassion to provide personalized care for a lifetime. Our expanded scope of services, our commitment to quality & safety, and our outstanding team of caregivers have attracted patients throughout the Lowcountry and beyond, and have contributed to or hospital being nationally recognized. Interested in joining our team? Apply today!

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Outpatient Lymphedema Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our team. The ideal candidate will specialize in the treatment of lymphedema, providing customized care to manage swelling, improve function, and enhance quality of life for patients. Using techniques such as manual lymphatic drainage, compression therapy, and therapeutic exercises, the therapist will develop individualized treatment plans.

Additionally, there is the option to treat outpatient neuro OT patients if desired, offering the opportunity to expand your expertise in neurological rehabilitation. This role provides a dynamic and supportive environment to work with diverse patient populations in an outpatient setting. Flexible schedule.

Provides evaluation and direct patient care for those individuals referred by their physicians requiring occupational therapy services, whether on an inpatient or outpatient basis. Staff OT's establish the plan of care and goals of their patients rehabilitative care. Staff OT's must be skilled in the use of all equipment utilized in patient care, provide timely and accurate patient evaluation and treatment documentation and correspond regularly with attending physicians. OT utilizes knowledge of age appropriate guidelines toprovide care for the pediatric. With experience treating patients with developmental disabilities, autism and utilizing sensory integration techniques.

Education/Other Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy with bachelors and/or master’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
• New graduates accepted, but require at least one year professional experience prior to acting as clinical supervisor.
• Current license from the South Carolina Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners.
• Must have current BLS certification
  
  

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