Program Director II, Speech Language Pathology

Lifepoint Health • Seattle, WA

1d • $52 - $58 • Onsite

About The Position

Facility Name: Kindred Hospital Seattle - First Hill Job Type: Full-Time | Monday-Friday | Days | Your experience matters Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health , a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Speech Language Pathologies- Program Director joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ® . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. How you’ll contribute The Program Director assumes responsibility and accountability for a designated group of patients and provides physical therapy evaluations, modalities, and treatments in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures, maintaining the highest degree of quality patient care. Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. Ensure for program staffing, team supervision, and development. Promote adherence to policies and practices of applicable professional organizations, client hospital and Lifepoint. Supervise the development of improved efficiency and productivity of facility/unit clinical/administrative functions. Communicate and demonstrate a professional image/attitude for patients, families, clients, coworkers and others. Participate in continuing education/professional development activities. Assures that all patient care activities are performed according to the company policies and procedures and all applicable state and federal laws and regulatory agencies. Develop facility/unit operating and capital budget with client institution. Develop facility/unit operating and capital budget with Lifepoint (not in consultation with client hospital). Develops and ensures implementation of a program of professional and community relations in collaboration with client hospital Marketing Department. Maintain positive working relationship with client organization. Maintain customer service program on unit and in hospital. Ensures the facility/unit has a comprehensive quality management program. Quality management activities are data driven Utilize corporate program consultant. Participate in facility/unit safety committee activities What we offer We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: Comprehensive Benefits : Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees. Financial Protection & PTO : Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and a minimum of 10 days of paid time off per year (for full time employees) as well as 8 paid holidays per year. Financial & Career Growth : Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match. Employee Well-being : Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs). Professional Development : Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities. Qualifications and requirements: The incumbent shall be responsible for the total operation of the rehabilitation program. The incumbent plans, directs and coordinates program activities to ensure that company and client goals are met. The incumbent shall also be accountable for and contribute to program development, quality improvement and problem solving, and productivity enhancement in a flexible interdisciplinary fashion.

Requirements

• Graduate of a bachelor’s degree program in a health related, business, public relations or human services area of concentration.
• If clinical, must possess a current license to practice as required by the state.
• A track record of successful management experience in a health or human services setting and/or an extensive rehabilitation background combined with strong interpersonal and organizational skill is necessary.
• Computer and current technology competence.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with a geriatric disabled population is preferred.

Responsibilities

• The Program Director assumes responsibility and accountability for a designated group of patients and provides physical therapy evaluations, modalities, and treatments in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures, maintaining the highest degree of quality patient care.
• Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities.
• Ensure for program staffing, team supervision, and development.
• Promote adherence to policies and practices of applicable professional organizations, client hospital and Lifepoint.
• Supervise the development of improved efficiency and productivity of facility/unit clinical/administrative functions.
• Communicate and demonstrate a professional image/attitude for patients, families, clients, coworkers and others.
• Participate in continuing education/professional development activities.
• Assures that all patient care activities are performed according to the company policies and procedures and all applicable state and federal laws and regulatory agencies.
• Develop facility/unit operating and capital budget with client institution.
• Develop facility/unit operating and capital budget with Lifepoint (not in consultation with client hospital).
• Develops and ensures implementation of a program of professional and community relations in collaboration with client hospital Marketing Department.
• Maintain positive working relationship with client organization.
• Maintain customer service program on unit and in hospital.
• Ensures the facility/unit has a comprehensive quality management program.
• Quality management activities are data driven
• Utilize corporate program consultant.
• Participate in facility/unit safety committee activities
• The incumbent shall be responsible for the total operation of the rehabilitation program.
• The incumbent plans, directs and coordinates program activities to ensure that company and client goals are met.
• The incumbent shall also be accountable for and contribute to program development, quality improvement and problem solving, and productivity enhancement in a flexible interdisciplinary fashion.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and a minimum of 10 days of paid time off per year (for full time employees) as well as 8 paid holidays per year.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees