Program Manager | Mary Free Bed & Carle Health

Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital•Normal, IL

15d•$108,000 - $162,000

About The Position

Responsible for quality of patient care in all areas of assigned responsibility. Achieves and maintains an effective and harmonious multidisciplinary team of professionals through leadership, supervision, and daily management of a specific program.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, or a related field, or significant experience required.
Graduate of an accredited program in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Nursing, Recreational Therapy, or Speech-Language Pathology.
Graduates of accredited PTA or COTA programs will also be considered.
Current licensure or eligibility for licensure in the State of service in the relevant clinical discipline.
Current CPR certification in accordance with departmental and program protocols.
Minimum of four (4) years of professional experience in a clinical rehabilitation setting.
Demonstrated expertise in a specific diagnostic area of rehabilitation (e.g., neuro, ortho, pediatrics, geriatrics).
Strong leadership capabilities with experience supervising students, clinical staff, or interdisciplinary teams.
Effective decision-making skills with the ability to manage complex clinical and operational situations.
Excellent time management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
Proficient in data interpretation, reporting, and presentation to support program development and performance improvement.
Competency in using information systems and technology to support clinical and administrative functions.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in related field preferred.
A minimum of two years of relevant clinical experience required and direct supervision of clinical staff preferred.
Experience with government reimbursement systems and other regulatory bodies related to service line.
Demonstrates competence in relevant software and hardware required to meet job responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Ensures that appropriate standards of care are consistently met within assigned areas, aligning with hospital goals, policies, and procedures.
Maintains up-to-date knowledge of trends and best practices in rehabilitation.
Contributes to the development of productivity goals and monitors staff performance to ensure targets are met.
Leads recruitment, hiring, orientation, and training of new staff.
Oversees onboarding and ongoing professional development of staff.
Identifies areas for improvement and implements solutions to enhance care delivery.
Fosters a culture of accountability, respect, open communication, adaptability, and pride.
Promotes effective collaboration across departments and disciplines.
Supports the development and implementation of clinical policies, procedures, and protocols.
Participates in marketing initiatives and maintains relationships with referral sources.
Leads or coordinates special projects and community engagement events as assigned.