Director of Rehabilitation

Susquehanna Health and Wellness Center • Columbia, PA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Susquehanna Health and Wellness Center is currently hiring for a full time Director of Rehabilitation (PT, OT, SLP) to efficiently manage rehabilitation services in the Facility! With a strong emphasis on sub-acute care, post-acute care, and long-term services, Transforming traditional "nursing homes" into skilled nursing and rehabilitation facilities is the focus at Susquehanna. We are fully committed to providing compassionate, family-oriented short and long-term rehabilitation and skilled nursing care.

Requirements

• At minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in rehabilitation. (PT, OT, SLP)
• Current, unencumbered rehabilitation therapist license (PT, OT, SLP) required.
• Three (3) years’ experience in in rehabilitative nursing practices and one (1) years’ experience as a supervisor in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related health care facility at minimum required.
• Thorough knowledge of Medicare and third party billing.
• Must be knowledgeable of regulations governing rehabilitation services in nursing care facilities.
• Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
• Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing rehabilitation services.
• Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.

Responsibilities

• The Director of Rehabilitation (PT, OT, SLP) is responsible for the highest standard of rehabilitation services is being delivered and maintained to the Facility’s residents.
• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the rehabilitation services of the Facility.
• Keep abreast of current federal and state regulations, as well as professional standards of practice, and make recommendations on changes in policies and procedures to the Administrator.
• Operationally manage Rehabilitation Department personnel and consultants within the Facility.
• Consult with therapists and/or Regional Rehabilitation Director with all clinical assessment matters related to patients.
• Refer resident and families to appropriate personnel, as needed, to meet resident and family needs.
• Assume responsibility for hiring therapy staff in conjunction with the Administrator and Regional Director.
• Make written and oral reports and recommendations to the Administrator concerning the operation of the Rehabilitation Department.
• Keep abreast of economic conditions and situations and recommend to the Administrator adjustments in rehabilitation services that assure the continued ability to provide such services.
• Review and develop a plan of correction for rehabilitation deficiencies noted during survey inspections and provide a written copy of such report to the Administrator.
• Review departmental complaints and grievances from personnel and make written reports to the Administrator of action(s) taken.
• Follow Facility’s established procedures.
• Develop, implement, and maintain an ongoing quality assurance program for the Rehabilitation Department.
• Meet with administration, medical, and nursing staff, as well as other related departments in planning rehabilitation programs.
• A team centered culture that supports our values of S.H.A.R.E. ( Service, Honesty, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) drive our daily activities with all we interact with.
• Take pride in your career and join an organization where your talents will shine!

Benefits

• Daily Pay! Your pay, when you need it! Get paid daily!
• Competitive Pay
• NEW Generous PTO to include Vacation, Sick, and Personal time
• Comprehensive Benefits Plan Core Benefits start the first day of the month following date of hire!
• Industry leading orientation and training with on-going management support
• Employee recognition through various awards and recognition programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Continuous professional and clinical training

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director