Licensed Physical Therapist

The Lymphedema Institute of Oklahoma is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to join our growing clinical team. This position focuses on specialized lymphedema assessments, compression therapy evaluations, patient education, and clinical coordination to support patients experiencing chronic swelling, lymphedema, venous insufficiency, and related conditions.

The Physical Therapist will conduct comprehensive patient assessments through telehealth and in-person visits as appropriate, develop individualized clinical recommendations, and provide detailed documentation to referring physicians to support treatment decisions and medical necessity requirements.

This position also plays an important role in supporting business development, strengthening relationships with referring providers, and collaborating with our clinical and operational teams to improve patient access to care, referral coordination, and overall patient outcomes.

*Key Responsibilities*

*Patient Assessments and Clinical Care*

Conduct comprehensive lymphedema and patient assessments through telehealth and in-person evaluations as clinically appropriate.
Evaluate patients for lymphedema, chronic edema, venous insufficiency, and other conditions requiring compression therapy or specialized clinical intervention.
Assess patient medical history, symptoms, functional limitations, skin integrity, swelling patterns, previous treatments, and current clinical needs.
Perform and document appropriate clinical measurements, including limb circumference, volume assessments, and other findings relevant to the patient’s condition.
Determine clinical recommendations for compression therapy, pneumatic compression devices, and other medically appropriate interventions within the Physical Therapist’s scope of practice.
Develop individualized treatment recommendations based on clinical findings, patient needs, and applicable medical necessity criteria.
Assess patient eligibility for advanced compression therapy and coordinate recommendations with referring physicians.
Conduct follow-up assessments to evaluate treatment effectiveness, patient progress, and the need for modifications to the treatment plan.
Educate patients and caregivers on lymphedema management, compression therapy, equipment use, self-care techniques, and ongoing condition management.
Identify clinical issues requiring additional physician evaluation or referral to other healthcare professionals.

*Clinical Documentation and Physician Communication*

Complete comprehensive, accurate, and timely clinical documentation for all patient assessments and encounters.
Prepare detailed clinical assessment notes and reports for referring physicians, including patient history, objective findings, clinical observations, treatment recommendations, and supporting medical necessity documentation.
Document conservative treatment history, previous interventions, patient response, and other relevant clinical information necessary to support physician treatment decisions.
Provide clear clinical recommendations to referring physicians regarding appropriate compression therapy and equipment needs.
Coordinate with physicians and their clinical staff to obtain required documentation, clarify treatment recommendations, and facilitate timely patient care.
Ensure assessment documentation supports applicable payer requirements, medical necessity standards, and durable medical equipment (DME) documentation guidelines.
Maintain accurate patient records within company systems and ensure documentation is completed within established timelines.
Collaborate with internal clinical, intake, and administrative teams to resolve documentation deficiencies or outstanding clinical requirements.
Ensure all clinical documentation and communication comply with HIPAA, company policies, and applicable state and federal regulations.

*Business Development and Provider Relationship Support*

Partner with the Business Development team to strengthen relationships with physicians, clinics, healthcare facilities, and referral partners.
Participate in scheduled clinic visits, provider meetings, educational presentations, and referral source engagement activities.
Accompany Business Development representatives on clinic visits when clinical expertise is needed to support provider education and relationship development.
Provide clinical education to physicians, nurses, medical assistants, and other healthcare professionals regarding lymphedema, compression therapy, patient assessment processes, and available treatment options.
Assist Business Development representatives in answering clinical questions from referral partners and explaining Prevail Health Services’ assessment and patient care processes.
Support the development and delivery of clinical education sessions, lunch-and-learns, and provider presentations.
Collaborate with Business Development to identify opportunities to improve referral workflows, patient access, and communication with healthcare providers.
Participate in cross-functional meetings to review referral trends, clinical barriers, patient outcomes, and opportunities for operational improvement.
Maintain professional relationships with referral partners and serve as a clinical resource to support ongoing provider engagement.
Ensure all provider interactions and educational activities comply with applicable healthcare marketing, referral, and patient privacy regulations.

*Clinical Operations and Cross-Functional Collaboration*

Work closely with clinical leadership, Business Development, intake, and operations teams to ensure timely patient assessments and efficient coordination of services.
Participate in regularly scheduled clinical, operational, and interdisciplinary team meetings.
Assist in developing and improving clinical workflows, assessment protocols, documentation standards, and patient care processes.
Collaborate with Compression Care Technicians and other clinical support staff to coordinate patient services, equipment education, and follow-up needs.
Provide clinical guidance and education to support staff within appropriate professional and supervisory boundaries.
Assist in identifying opportunities to improve patient scheduling, assessment completion, documentation turnaround times, and referral processing.
Support clinical training initiatives, including onboarding and ongoing education for new team members.
Participate in quality assurance reviews and continuous improvement initiatives to maintain clinical standards and regulatory compliance.
Communicate proactively with leadership regarding patient care barriers, operational challenges, and opportunities to improve service delivery.
Support company growth initiatives by providing clinical expertise during the development of new provider relationships, service areas, and operational processes.

*Performance Expectations*

The Physical Therapist is expected to maintain high standards of clinical care, documentation accuracy, responsiveness, and collaboration.

Performance will be evaluated based on:

Timely completion of assigned patient assessments and follow-up evaluations.
Accuracy, completeness, and turnaround time of clinical documentation and physician reports.
Compliance with clinical protocols, documentation requirements, and applicable payer guidelines.
Effective communication and coordination with referring physicians and internal departments.
Responsiveness to patient needs, referral inquiries, and outstanding clinical documentation requests.
Participation in scheduled provider meetings, clinic visits, and Business Development support activities.
Contributions to clinical workflow improvements, patient care coordination, and operational efficiency.
Patient experience, quality of care, and adherence to professional and regulatory standards.

Specific productivity expectations, documentation turnaround times, and clinical performance metrics will be established by leadership based on operational needs and patient care requirements.

*Qualifications*

Required:

Current and unrestricted Physical Therapist license in the State of Oklahoma.
Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program meeting applicable Oklahoma licensure requirements.
Strong clinical assessment, treatment planning, and documentation skills.
Ability to conduct telehealth assessments in accordance with applicable clinical, professional, and regulatory requirements.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare detailed clinical reports for referring physicians.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple patient assessments, documentation requirements, and follow-up responsibilities.
Ability to work independently while collaborating with multidisciplinary clinical and operational teams.
Proficiency with electronic medical records, digital documentation systems, and virtual communication platforms.
Ability to travel locally for scheduled clinic visits, provider meetings, and patient care activities as needed.

Preferred:

Experience in lymphedema management, compression therapy, wound care, vascular conditions, or related clinical services.
Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT) credential or specialized lymphedema training.
Experience evaluating patients for pneumatic compression devices and other DME.
Familiarity with Medicare and commercial insurance documentation requirements for compression therapy and related medical equipment.
Experience communicating clinical findings and treatment recommendations directly to physicians and referral partners.
Previous experience supporting clinical education, provider engagement, or interdisciplinary healthcare initiatives

Pay: From $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:
* Flexible schedule
* Paid time off
* Travel reimbursement

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Oklahoma City, OK 73106