Physical Therapist I - Lymphedema Specialist
Job ID: 158731
Location: Chapel Hill, NC
Facility/Division: UNC Medical Center
Status: Full Time
Shift: Day Job
UNC Hospitals Rehabilitation Services is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Physical Therapist with expertise in lymphedema care to join our multidisciplinary team at the Center for Rehabilitation Care in Chapel Hill, NC.
Salary: $33.04 - $47.50 per hour (Hiring Range). Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity.
Work Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week
This full-time, onsite position focuses exclusively on providing high-quality care to adult patients with lymphedema, supporting functional recovery and improving quality of life through evidence-based, patient-centered interventions.
Our clinic model prioritizes 60-minute, one-on-one treatment sessions, allowing for individualized care, deeper clinical reasoning, and strong therapeutic relationships. You'll work alongside a collaborative team of experienced therapists and contribute to a supportive and professional environment rooted in excellence, equity and compassion.
Key Benefits of Joining Our Team:
Specialized Lymphedema Focus: Treat a range of complex lymphedema cases with dedicated time for evaluation, education, and manual therapy.
Individualized Care: Provide 60-minute, one-on-one treatment sessions that enable personalized, high-quality care and optimal patient outcomes.
Mentorship & Clinical Growth: Collaborate with experienced clinicians and access mentorship, continuing education, and certification support. Opportunities for clinical specialization, student mentorship, and interprofessional development are also available.
Certification Support: If not already certified in lymphedema therapy, UNC will fully support your training and certification to become a Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT).
Academic and Quality Improvement Involvement: Engage in clinical education, department initiatives, and quality improvement projects that shape care delivery and improve outcomes.
Education Requirements:
- Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
- Licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state of North Carolina
- BLS
Professional Experience Requirements:
- No prior experience required.
Take the next step in your career—apply today and join us in delivering exceptional care!