Community Therapy Lead Senior Living

Reliant Rehabilitation•Redwood City, CA

6d•$50 - $54•Onsite

About The Position

The Community Therapy Lead (CTL) manages and supervises the rehabilitation department in an Assisted Living, Independent Living, and Memory Care setting. The role is responsible for meeting resident needs, company fiscal requirements, and federal and state regulations in conjunction with the Senior Director of Rehab and/or Regional Director of Operations. The CTL pursues resident care, team relations, customer service, and financial objectives through leadership and effective customer partnerships. The position may be filled by a Program Manager or PTA. The CTL promotes therapy, wellness, and fitness services in the community and represents Reliant Rehabilitation’s commitment to quality and service. The role also supervises team members, supports compliant clinical documentation and billing, coordinates with community leadership and other services, and maintains professional, ethical conduct and confidentiality. The position requires frequent patient lifting, travel between communities as needed, and flexibility to work varying hours and shifts.

Requirements

Must possess a degree in therapy from an accredited school.
Must hold a current and active license as a Physical Therapist, Physical Therapist Assistant, Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapist Assistant, or Speech-Language Pathologist.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to build strong relationships with a diverse population.
Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English instructions, correspondence, memos, and reports.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, productive work environment.
Ability to make independent decisions and solve problems as appropriate.
Ability to effectively manage and motivate a team.
Thorough knowledge of Medicare and third-party billing.
Thorough knowledge of state practice acts.
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Basic internet navigation skills.
Must be able to lift 30 pounds of dead weight alone and perform frequent patient lifting using appropriate biomechanical techniques.
Must be able to travel between communities during scheduled hours as needed and work varying hours and shifts.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience as a Physical Therapist, Physical Therapist Assistant, Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapy Assistant, or Speech-Language Pathologist Therapist is preferred.
One year of management experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Advocate for therapy, wellness, and fitness services within the community and drive meaningful, measurable outcomes.
Assign resident scheduling and other responsibilities to staff as needed.
In conjunction with the Senior DOR and/or Regional Director of Operations, manage, orient, train, evaluate, and counsel department and team members to improve performance and maintain high standards of patient care.
Ensure the department complies with Reliant Rehabilitation and community-specific policies and procedures.
In conjunction with the Senior DOR and/or Regional Director of Operations, ensure therapists and therapy assistants maintain accurate, concise, compliant medical-record documentation that reflects resident status, skilled intervention, and outcomes.
Coordinate department functions constructively with other services to promote team rapport and effectiveness.
Communicate department programs, goals, objectives, risks, and successes to the community leadership team.
Communicate information about Reliant Rehabilitation’s therapy services to the public, including medical personnel, within the community.
Participate in resident care coordination, department head meetings, and community education and planning.
Control revenue and expenses to meet budgetary requirements.
Ensure timely and accurate billing and required documentation while maintaining quality of services.
Develop clinical, professional, and management skills through interaction with colleagues, self-study, and continuing education.
Maintain a valid state license where appropriate and stay aware of issues affecting rehabilitation and senior living.
Follow infection-control procedures and environmental safety protocols within the community.
Maintain confidentiality of Living Rehab, community, and patient information.
Travel between communities during scheduled hours as needed and work varying hours and shifts.
Comply with the position description for the discipline of the current license and conduct oneself ethically, legally, and responsibly.
Attend mandatory meetings, trainings, and delegated assignments.
Adhere to the Employee Handbook and Code of Business Conduct.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Supervise community staff, including training, scheduling, coaching, resolving issues, maintaining personnel records, and assisting with discipline in partnership with the Senior DOR/RDO.