What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pelvic Floor Therapist position at nebraskamed?
Serious Medicine is what we do. Being extraordinary is who we are. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding this promise to our patients and their families. Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Pelvic Floor Therapist (PT or OT) Nebraska Medicine is seeking an outpatient Pelvic Floor Therapist to join our team. The person in this role will work with a diverse patient population of all gender identities, addressing conditions such as urinary and bowel incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, chronic pelvic pain, oncology concerns, transgender care, pregnancy care and postpartum recovery, core dysfunction, and bowel dysfunction. The therapist will provide comprehensive evaluations, develop individualized treatment plans, and offer patient education to improve quality of life. The therapist will work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including urologists, gynecologists, gastroenterologists, and other healthcare professionals, to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care. Candidates who are Board-Certified Women’s Health Clinical Specialists (WCS) or have prior experience treating pelvic floor conditions are preferred. Mentorship is available. If you have questions about applying for the Pelvic Floor Therapist, please contact Jana Whitmarsh at jwhitmarsh@nebraskamed.com Details Full time and benefits eligible Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm Why Work at Nebraska Medicine? Together. Extraordinary. Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration. Leading Health Network Work with the region’s top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care. Diversity and Inclusion We value diverse backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve. Educational Support Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs. Be part of something extraordinary at Nebraska Medicine! Duties: Pelvic Floor Therapist (PT) Perform evaluation, planning, and implementation of physical therapy treatments. Assist with department goal setting, program planning, clinical instruction, and staff instruction in order to maintain a progressive educationally motivated staff. Carry out day to day communication and duties with teamwork and professionalism. Required Qualifications: Pelvic Floor Therapist (PT) • Bachelor’s degree or higher from a physical therapy program accredited by the Commission of Accredited Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal required. • Excellent interpersonal skills required. Strong team orientation required. • Familiarity with items found in a typical PT (e.g., weights, exercise bikes, gait belts, ultrasound, traction, ambulatory devices, mats, etc.) required. • Currently licensed as a physical therapist in the state of Nebraska or current compact state license required. • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire required, must be from an American Heart Association (AHA) endorsed program (effective for new hires starting January 1, 2023 or later). Preferred Qualifications: Pelvic Floor Therapist (PT) • Rehabilitation experience preferred. ________________________________________________________________________ Duties: Pelvic Floor Therapist (OT) Perform evaluations, planning, and implementation of occupational therapy treatments. Assist with department goal setting, program planning, clinical instruction, and staff instruction in order to maintain a progressive and educationally motivated staff. Carry out day to day communication and duties with teamwork and professionalism. Required Qualifications: Pelvic Floor Therapist (OT) • Graduate of an approved program for occupational therapy with a Bachelor's degree or higher required. • Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, strong team orientation, and proficiency with items found in a typical OT facility (e.g., transfer and ADL adaptive equipment and splint supplies) required. • National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy registered required. • Licensed in the state of Nebraska is required. • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire required, must be from an American Heart Association (AHA) endorsed program (effective for new hires starting January 1, 2023 or later). Preferred Qualifications: Pelvic Floor Therapist (OT) • Physical Agent Modality Certification preferred. Nebraska Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans’ status. Nebraska Medicine includes two hospitals, the state's largest and highest rated Nebraska Medical Center and Bellevue Medical Center, along with more than 70 primary care and specialty clinics. Nebraska Medicine and our research and education partner, the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC), share the same mission: to lead the world in transforming lives to create a healthy future for all individuals and communities through premier educational programs, innovative research and extraordinary patient care. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding our promise of “Serious Medicine, Extraordinary Care” to our patients and their families. 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