Lead of Therapy Services - Home Health

Owensboro Health•Central City, KY

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides clinical services for discipline which currently licensed as well as assists Manager/Supervisor with operational tasks for the area where services are provided. This role requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment, and the ability to work under general supervision. The Lead of Therapy Services must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action, applying advanced skills and knowledge in the area of specialization.

Requirements

A minimum of 2 years' relevant experience required
Bachelor's degree or higher in Physical Therapy required upon hire OR Bachelor's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy required upon hire OR Master's degree or higher in Speech Language Pathology required upon hire OR Master's degree or higher in in Audiology required upon hire
A combination of education, training and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
PTA - Licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of Kentucky required upon hire OR PT - Licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state of Kentucky required upon hire OR OT - Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the state of Kentucky required upon hire OR SLP - Licensed as a Speech Language Pathologist in the state of Kentucky required upon hire OR Audiologist - Licensed as an Audiologist in the state of Kentucky required upon hire
BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position

Responsibilities

Performs job tasks as outlined by primary discipline (PT, PTA, OT, OTA, SLP and Audiology).
Coordinates services, prioritizes assignments and workflow, and promotes situational decision making/problem solving.
Identifies and establishes the correct conditions that affect safety and patient satisfaction; upholds safety standards.
Serves as a positive role model for team members by working with them to promote teamwork and cooperation.
Ensures quality care is carried out by service area assigned.
Ensures staff working in area display competence.
Ensures non-patient care tasks are managed each day, including scheduling, productivity, and other.
Demonstrates leadership and professional development.
Supports Owensboro Health’s Mission, Vision, Core Commitments, and business interests.
Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures.
Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization.