Clinical Specialist, Therapy and Rehabilitation - Full Time

Sanford Health

30d • $43 - $71

About The Position

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint. The Clinical Specialist role works collaboratively as part of the clinical team and has opportunities to partner with operational colleagues and clinicians within assigned regions. This role includes responsibilities with the development of clinical content; assists in maintaining clinical compliance; has knowledge of CMS regulations and applicable updates. The Clinical Specialist helps develop and maintain EMR's utilized for service line documentation of care delivery; completes policy review and provides updates as warranted; reviews billing and coding as well as intermittently assist in denial management. In addition, this role retains contractual relationships with universities and assists with student placement. Support is provided for senior therapists and clinicians throughout the regions assigned. The clinical specialist is responsible for ensuring clinical competency, regulatory compliance, and the ongoing education and training of the Enterprise Therapy staff. This role leads clinical initiative and supports operational objectives within a designated region, promoting best practices, quality outcomes and a consistent standard of care. The clinical specialist is responsible for the clinical functions that support the goals of the Therapy and Rehabilitation Enterprise. This role ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and state-specific practice acts within a designated region. Works directly with operational leaders to support key performance metrics and advance strategic initiatives. Collaborates to identify opportunities for improvement, align clinical practices with organizational goals, and drive measurable outcomes across assigned locations. Serves as a subject matter expert; works collaboratively as part of clinical team providing consultation and guidance related to clinical interventions and best practice. Develops training and resources and implements programming that promotes clinical growth, competency, and regulatory compliance across multiple service lines including skilled nursing, home health and outpatient services. Supports field staff professional growth and development and is responsible for the Senior Therapist program. Monitors federal and state regulatory updates, evaluates their impact on therapy practice, and ensures timely communication and education to staff. Collaborates with other departments to ensure regulatory compliance, facilitate risk reduction, develop training resources and support Good Samaritan initiatives. Coordinates and oversees student placement, ensuring appropriate support, supervision, and monitoring throughout the clinical rotation. Reviews billing and coding and assists with denials management. Completes policy review and provides updates as warranted. Supports electronic medical record (EMR) management and develops EMR-specific resources to enhance documentation accuracy, compliance and work flow efficiency.

Requirements

• Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.
• Five years of experience in therapy and rehabilitation, with 2 years in a leadership role.
• Requires current licensure as an Occupational, Physical, or Speech Therapist in state or residence.
• When applicable, may require valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Develops a culture in which all members work constructively to improve the performance of individuals and the team.
• Establishes and maintains productive working relationships within and outside of own area.
• Leads in establishing work procedures and evaluation processes for therapeutic patient care.
• Promotes organizational learning through knowledge management, training and development, and sharing key experiences.
• Seeks opportunities to help others learn as teacher, coach, and mentor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed