Program Director, Rehabilitation

Lifepoint Health • Paramount, CA

4h • $114,000 - $125,000

About The Position

At Kindred Hospital Paramount, we are driven by a profound commitment to
prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here,
you’re not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a 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 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

• A track record of successful management experience in an Acute Rehabilitation setting is preferred
• Strong business, interpersonal, organizational and entrepreneurial skills are necessary
• At minimum be a graduate of a four-year bachelor's degree program
• Clinical experience with a degree as a Physical Therapist (PT), Occupational Therapist (OT) or Speech Language Therapist (SLP).

Responsibilities

• Ensure for program staffing, team supervision, and development. Team may include roles of Medical Director, Nurse Manager, Therapist, Social Worker, Community Relations Coordinator, Clinical Coordinator, Admissions Coordinator and others as assigned.
• 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.
• Monitor referral/admission process.
• Develop and implement program public relations plan.
• 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.

Benefits

• 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 paid time off.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

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