Director of Rehab (Full-Time)

Independence Rehab•Houston, TX

31d

About The Position

Thank you for considering our Director of Rehab position at Cascades at Jacinto in Houston TX . This is a salaried position with eligib ility to receive a monthly bonus. We are hiring an Occupational Therapist (OT) for this position. At Independence Rehab, our goal in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) is to provide each patient with top-quality care. We strive to maximize each patient's functional independence to safely discharge her/him to the next level of care. We are a people-first organization . Really! Our guiding motto is leading with integrity, empowering people, delivering outcomes .

Requirements

Sincere love & concern for the geriatric population. They are who matter most!
Driven, teachable , detail-oriented, organized
Current Texas Occupational Therapist license in good standing
Minimum one year of experience treating patients in a skilled nursing facility
Solid understanding of Medicare, Medicaid, and private-pay reimbursement guidelines (PDPM)
C ompetent & confident leading and motivating others

Nice To Haves

Prior DOR experience preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Oversees the entire therapy department including part-time, full-time , and PRN staff members
Attend regular facility multi-disciplinary management meetings
Manage relationships with facility leadership/administration
Interview/hire therapy staff in cooperation with Recruiting
Create work schedules for the therapy team
Effectively manage department revenues /expenses to ensure sustainable profitability
Be the "face of the company" with patient family members and friends
Carry a regular patient caseload. Minimum 50% productivity (expectations vary depending upon the size of the facility)
Understand and ensure the therapy team maintains strict compliance with government regulations and guidelines
Train the therapy team on policies, procedures, and documentation requirements