Rehabilitation Clinical Specialist

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LVHN has been ranked among the Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. Were a Magnet(tm) Hospital having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Centers 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 LVHNs commitment to teamwork compassion and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.

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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

• Bachelors 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 Upon Hire or

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters 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 patients 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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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:

IRF Therapy - Muhl