Outpatient Program Director (PT, OT, PTA, or COTA)

Sequoia Care Careers•Lakeland, FL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Sequoia Care is at the forefront of innovative patient care in long-term care and rehabilitation settings as well as outpatient and home health. We revolutionize therapeutic care through our exceptional Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy services, with a focus on delivering quality outcomes that prioritize each individual’s unique needs. We are hiring a Program Director to work in the ALF/Outpatient setting in Lakeland, FL. Demonstrates accountability for and contributes to program development, quality improvement, staffing models and operational optimization in an interdisciplinary environment in outpatient and/or home health settings. Adheres to compliance with state licensure and payer requirements, and the company’s policies and procedures, professional practices and ethical standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a physical or occupational therapy from a four (4) year college or university or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must hold applicable valid and unencumbered professional state license as a PT, OT, SLP, PTA, or COTA)
Current NPI and credentialing status with applicable payer groups.
Must maintain current CPR Certification.

Responsibilities

Recruits, screens, selects, hires, trains, coaches, counsels and develops a team of qualified and highly motivated individuals.
Assists with student programs.
Effectively communicates with therapy and community teams in directing optimal resident care and delivers direct therapy as appropriate.
Participates in and directs screening activities and prepares resident documents in a timely manner for skilled intervention when needed.
Manages personal and team documentation for completion and timeliness compliance.
Proactively schedules residents and secures staff to meet treatment requirements.
Conserves resources by controlling cost, adhering to budgets, and using prudent judgment related to expenses incurred by the company.
Responsible for individual and team efficiency and productivity.
Supports and demonstrates a professional image/attitude when dealing with clients, families, colleagues, customers and care partners.
Supports departmental goals and the overall objectives of the company.
Manages adherence to therapist credentialing with payer sources.
Manages clinic adherence to accreditation standards and assists with surveys as required.
Complies with all state and federal laws, regulations and standards of ethical conduct.