Director of Rehab

PACS

3d•$75,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

Edisto Post Acute is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation community in Orangeburg, South Carolina, looking for an enthusiastic, motivated Director of Rehabilitation to lead their therapy department and help residents achieve their highest level of independence. The facility is located less than a mile from the Edisto Memorial Gardens and prides itself on its unique culture, strong team relationships, and dedicated employees. The Director of Rehabilitation (DOR) oversees the day-to-day operations of the rehabilitation department for assigned facility or facilities. This role includes the delivery and coordination of direct and indirect services to both inpatient and outpatient populations, supervision of all Rehabilitation personnel, interviewing and recommending candidates for hire, firing, and training and development of Rehabilitation staff. The DOR is responsible for implementing new programs to meet the clinical and operational needs of the facility and its residents. The DOR holds the administrative authority and accountability needed to oversee the clinical and operational delivery of rehabilitative services.

Requirements

Must be a COTA (Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant) or PTA (Physical Therapist Assistant).
Current, appropriate South Carolina credentials and any required licensure.
Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills.
A passion for resident-centered care and helping others succeed.
The ability to work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
Bachelor Degree in Physical Rehabilitation, Occupational Rehabilitation and /or Speech Language Pathology.
May have Associate Degree from an accredited OT or PT Assistant program (Excludes PTAs in CA).
Proficient in computer skills for Net Health and Point Click Care.
Ability to read technical procedures.
Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers and families, and other healthcare professionals.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to solve practical problems.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Licensed as a Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, OT or PT Assistant, and or Speech Language Therapist.
CA PT Assistants are excluded; see Rehab Coordinator CA job description.
Employee must meet continuing education requirements per state practices.
Must maintain a license in good standing at all times with the state board.
CPR certification, if required by licensure.

Nice To Haves

Previous leadership or rehabilitation management experience is a plus!
Prefer graduates of Masters or Doctorate Program in Physical Rehabilitation, Occupational Rehabilitation and / or Speech Language Pathology.

Responsibilities

Oversee and coordinate the daily operations of the rehabilitation department.
Collaborate with therapists, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals to provide exceptional resident care.
Support individualized treatment plans that help residents improve mobility, function, and independence.
Assist with department scheduling, documentation, quality initiatives, and regulatory compliance.
Promote teamwork, accountability, and a positive working environment.
Help ensure residents receive compassionate, high-quality rehabilitation services that improve their quality of life.
Directly supervise and guide all Rehabilitation personnel, including licensed, registered, certified therapists, assistants, aides, and students.
Manage daily scheduling for the department staff to meet the needs of the facility.
Provide direct care and work with supervisor to determine appropriate caseload in tandem with management responsibilities.
Assure that the rehabilitation needs of the residents are met.
Periodically review the Rehabilitation services offered and update to meet the changing environment.
Adhere to all regulatory standards as they pertain to the delivery of rehabilitation services.
Ensure that all clinical documentation is complete, timely, and accurately reflects the services provided.
Conduct periodic department documentation review.
Participate in denials management activities of the department to ensure that claims and/or appeals are timely and in accordance with company procedure.
Manage department productivity standards as established with supervisor.
Ensure that the services delivered are of the highest quality and meet all standards of practice.
Implement new treatment programs.
Monitor treatment programs for outcomes and adjust plans of care accordingly.
Assure that the department follows the established policies and procedures of the facility and the company.
Approve timecards and time worked by the department personnel.
Provide input and observations to the supervisor to support staff performance evaluations.
Foster positive working relationships with facility teams and referral sources.
Attend and participate in facility and company meetings as agreed to with facility and approved by the supervisor.
In-service all staff regarding safe work practices with emphasis on good body mechanics, safety, and judgment to minimize work-related injuries.
Organize rehabilitation orientation for new department personnel, ensure all paperwork is completed timely and distributed to the appropriate human resources personnel.
Complete billing documentation timely and accurately reflecting services provided in accordance with company standards.
Provide recommendations to supervisor on opportunities to improve company and services provided.
Travel whether by car and/or plane as necessary to reach assigned destination in a reasonable time frame.
Maintain confidentiality of residents' information as well as company information.
Identify own areas of need for development, training, and continuing education in conjunction with supervisor.
Identify new sources of business and contacts.
Promote a positive attitude to staff, within staff, and to the community regarding the company, its mission statement, philosophies, and goals.