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 The Lymphedema Specialist is responsible for the ongoing coordination and supervision of the daily operations of the service, growth of the service and will provide evaluation and treatment upon physician referral to a patient population consisting of varying diagnosis (Lymphedema and other Edemas).  The Lymphedema Specialist will assess, identify and treat persons with edema including the impact on self care, functional mobility, extremity function, behavior, cognition, perception and the ability to function in their life's role.  The Lymphedema Specialist provides instruction and education to the patient/caregiver to promote the safe execution of the facilitatory techniques taught.  The Lymphedema Specialist will be responsible for carrying out assignments in a manner to assure success in financial management, human resource management (as the service grows), participate in program development and quality review. 

EDUCATION / TRAINING / EXPERIENCE:
Minimum:
Successful completion of Lymphedema specialized training within 12 months of hire

Desired:
Three  years experience in treatment of lymphedema and other edemas
Successful completion of Lymphedema specialized training

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:
Minimum:
Current Occupational Therapy license from the State of California or has been granted a limited permit from the State of California 
Current CPR recognition

Desired:
Certification with Lymphology Association of North America (LANA)

SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE / ABILITIES:
 Knowledgeable of regulatory requirements and quality improvement processes, ability to learn or experience with financial management and human resource management.  Effectively monitors, evaluates and administers the resources of the assigned area and substantially contributes to future planning.  Able to communicate effectively in writing and verbally both one-on-one and in groups.  Must have ability to lead, motivate, model core values, delegate, analyze information and problem solve.  Must demonstrate technical competence, professional clinical judgment, communication skills and sensitivity for the patient and family.  Clinical skills and knowledge to successfully achieve desired outcomes in assigned patients. 

About Enloe Medical Center

Enloe Medical Center is a 298-bed, level II trauma center located in the vibrant Northern Californian city of Chico. Serving more than 400,000 residents in a six-county region in Northern California, we provide quality, compassionate, cost-effective care to our patients. Enloe Medical Center is the largest medical center in the region and is the only acute care facility in a city with a metropolitan population of over 100,000 people. About Chico: Chico is an extremely easy place to live. It has a pleasant, small town atmosphere with no long commutes. At the same time, the influence of California State University at Chico ensures a sophisticated and varied choice of cultural and entertainment activities. Chico has excellent public, charter, and private schools and abundant opportunities for outdoor activities. Our accommodating Mediterranean climate offers almost 300 days of sunshine a year. We’re home to one of the largest municipal parks in the nation at over 3,600 acres. It has miles of engaging trails to hike, bike, or ride horses. Chico’s downtown encompasses local restaurants, boutiques, retail shops and a Park Plaza. Free concerts and movies in the park take place duri...ng the summer months. Performing arts, coffee shops, book stores, taverns, city offices and Chamber of Commerce embraces our thriving downtown. Chico’s Farmers Market attracts locals on Saturday mornings and Thursday evenings. Chico is easily accessible to popular destinations, Lake Tahoe, Mt. Shasta, Napa Valley, San Francisco, Reno and the California Coast. www.enloe.org Discover Chico Discover Enloe www.downtownchico.com

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