What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lymphedema Therapist - PT/OT position at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center?
Title
Lymphedema Therapist - PT/OT
Job Type
Regular
Company
Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center
Department
Physical Therapy
Time Type
Full time
Weekly Hours
40
Fte
1
Shift
First Shift (United States of America)
Summary
Roswell Park is seeking a full‑time Lymphedema Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist to join our Physical Therapy Department.
The Physical Therapist designs and implements treatment programs to maximize functional independence; evaluates the efficacy of the programs; evaluates and treats patients with cancer-related disabilities; provides instruction to patients and caretakers in preparation for therapy and discharge; documents interventions and communications with health professionals; participates in educational programs; supervises physical therapy clinical interns and physical therapy assistants as needed.
The starting hourly rate for this position is $35.41, with an additional geographical differential of $3.36, for a total of $38.77 per hour. The listed rate represents the anticipated compensation range for this role. Actual salary offers may vary based on a candidate’s qualifications, skills, and experience.
The Occupational Therapist develops and implements patient care plans to facilitate development and rehabilitation of persons with oncology-related disabilities; ensures program initiatives are keeping with the standards of practice of the American Occupational Therapy Association, the New York Education Department, organization and department policies and the standards of The Joint Commission (TJC).
The starting base hourly rate for this position is $32.10, with an additional geographical differential of $3.36 per hour, for a total of $35.46 per hour. The listed pay range reflects the potential compensation for this role. Actual offers may vary based on a candidate’s qualifications, skills, and experience.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience for Physical Therapist
License Requirement
License to practice as a physical therapist in the State of New York.
Education and Experience
Degrees must be conferred by an accredited school, college, or university, or by an institution recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and/or Health Research Incorporated as adhering to acceptable educational standards.
Required Education And Experience For Occupational Therapist
License Requirement
License to practice as an Occupational Therapist in the State of New York.
Education and Experience
The ideal candidate will provide specialized care to patients experiencing lymphedema, with a strong emphasis on outpatient rehabilitation and oncology‑related treatment needs. Candidates should be lymphedema‑certified or willing to complete certification training. This role requires experience working in an outpatient setting, familiarity with oncology patient care, and strong written and verbal communication skills. The therapist will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high‑quality, compassionate, and evidence‑based care to our patients.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy-related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual’s relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
RPCIC and HRI are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email HR-PayAndBenefits@RoswellPark.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Our Core Values
RPCIC and HRI are committed to providing an environment where patients, families, employees and community are treated with courtesy and respect. We support an inclusive environment that nurtures the talents, skills and abilities of each individual to embody and reflect our core values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion and Respect.
Historical Compensation Information Statement
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.
Lymphedema Therapist - PT/OT
Job Type
Regular
Company
Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center
Department
Physical Therapy
Time Type
Full time
Weekly Hours
40
Fte
1
Shift
First Shift (United States of America)
Summary
Roswell Park is seeking a full‑time Lymphedema Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist to join our Physical Therapy Department.
The Physical Therapist designs and implements treatment programs to maximize functional independence; evaluates the efficacy of the programs; evaluates and treats patients with cancer-related disabilities; provides instruction to patients and caretakers in preparation for therapy and discharge; documents interventions and communications with health professionals; participates in educational programs; supervises physical therapy clinical interns and physical therapy assistants as needed.
The starting hourly rate for this position is $35.41, with an additional geographical differential of $3.36, for a total of $38.77 per hour. The listed rate represents the anticipated compensation range for this role. Actual salary offers may vary based on a candidate’s qualifications, skills, and experience.
The Occupational Therapist develops and implements patient care plans to facilitate development and rehabilitation of persons with oncology-related disabilities; ensures program initiatives are keeping with the standards of practice of the American Occupational Therapy Association, the New York Education Department, organization and department policies and the standards of The Joint Commission (TJC).
The starting base hourly rate for this position is $32.10, with an additional geographical differential of $3.36 per hour, for a total of $35.46 per hour. The listed pay range reflects the potential compensation for this role. Actual offers may vary based on a candidate’s qualifications, skills, and experience.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience for Physical Therapist
License Requirement
License to practice as a physical therapist in the State of New York.
Education and Experience
- Doctorate degree from an approved physical therapy program; or
- Master’s degree from an approved physical therapy program and the equivalent of one (1) year of full time experience in physical therapy or a related field; or
- Bachelor’s degree from an approved physical therapy program and the equivalent of three (3) years of full-time experience in physical therapy or a related field.
Degrees must be conferred by an accredited school, college, or university, or by an institution recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and/or Health Research Incorporated as adhering to acceptable educational standards.
Required Education And Experience For Occupational Therapist
License Requirement
License to practice as an Occupational Therapist in the State of New York.
Education and Experience
- Master’s degree from an approved occupational therapy program; or
- Bachelor’s degree from an approved occupational therapy program and the equivalent of two (2) years of full-time experience in occupational therapy or a related field.
The ideal candidate will provide specialized care to patients experiencing lymphedema, with a strong emphasis on outpatient rehabilitation and oncology‑related treatment needs. Candidates should be lymphedema‑certified or willing to complete certification training. This role requires experience working in an outpatient setting, familiarity with oncology patient care, and strong written and verbal communication skills. The therapist will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high‑quality, compassionate, and evidence‑based care to our patients.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy-related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual’s relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
RPCIC and HRI are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email HR-PayAndBenefits@RoswellPark.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Our Core Values
RPCIC and HRI are committed to providing an environment where patients, families, employees and community are treated with courtesy and respect. We support an inclusive environment that nurtures the talents, skills and abilities of each individual to embody and reflect our core values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion and Respect.
Historical Compensation Information Statement
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.
Salary : $35 - $39