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Work where *every moment matters*. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. ** *Overview* We're seeking an experienced, dedicated and caring Lymphedema Physical Therapist (PT) to joinour outpatient location at our Cancer Center in New Britain, CT. The Physical Therapist (PT) independently evaluates, determines treatment strategies, delivers and/or delegates services that identify, prevent, remediate, and rehabilitate acute or prolonged physical dysfunction or pain, with emphasis on physical dysfunction. This role encompasses evaluation skills and techniques, analysis of patients, and therapeutic application of physical and chemical agents, exercise and other procedures to maximize the patient's functional independence. Evaluation involves strength, motor control, joint mobility, soft tissue integrity, pain, balance, coordination, posture, cardiopulmonary function, endurance, gait and functional abilities in activities of daily living. Reporting structure is dependent upon the site in which the staff member is assigned. This role will float to all Physical Medicine office locations on an as needed basis. _Lymphedema specific responsibilities include_: * Evaluate patient with lymphedema and create Plan of Care * Demonstrate competence in manual lymph drainage, multi-layer bandaging, compression garment selection and application * Provide patient and/or caregiver training for home program including MLD, bandaging as needed, application of compression garments, and skin care * Provide appropriate and safe exercise plan for patient with lymphedema, with modifications to functional ability ** *Benefits* As one of the largest rehabilitation providers in the state, we offer a team-oriented structure, a comprehensive continuing education program, an excellent benefits package along with Special Interest Groups that assist with evidence based clinical knowledge, growth opportunities and support within the organization. * Extensive paid time off (PTO) * Flexible scheduling & competitive pay * Medical and dental benefits * 401K with company match * Company paid short term and long term disability * Continuing education and tuition reimbursement * Clinical specialty and senior clinician opportunities We believe in high standards. These standards allow us to bring out the very best in our clients and our staff. * Graduate of Physical Therapy Program from an accredited American Physical Therapy Association school, BS degree or entry level master's degree * Active CT Physical Therapist license. * Completion of a lymphedema certification program with a minimum of 135 hours of lymphedema specialized training with one instructor required * LANA certification preferred. We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is *your moment*. **Job:** **Physical Therapy* **Organization:** **New Britain General* **Title:** *Lymphedema Therapist (PT or OT) - Outpatient Rehab* **Location:** *Connecticut-New Britain-183 N Mountain Rd New Britain (10318)* **Requisition ID:** *25153323* **Other Locations:** *United States*