Rehab Coordinator

Cucumber Holdings - Los Angeles, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Los Angeles, CA

About the position

The Rehab Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day management of the rehabilitation department within assigned facilities. This role includes overseeing therapy personnel, scheduling services for in-patients and out-patients, and implementing new programs to meet the needs of the facility and its residents. The position requires managerial oversight of rehabilitative services without delivering direct treatment to patients.

Responsibilities

• Directly manages and guides all therapy personnel, including licensed, registered, certified therapists, assistants, aides, and students.
• Daily scheduling for department staff to meet the needs of the facility.
• Discusses scheduling needs with therapists of record for residents.
• Conducts periodic reviews of therapy services to adapt to changing environments.
• Ensures adherence to all regulatory standards for rehabilitation services delivery.
• Ensures clinical documentation is complete, timely, and accurately reflects services provided.
• Conducts periodic department documentation reviews.
• Coordinates denials management activities to ensure timely claims and appeals according to company procedures.
• Ensures staff meets or exceeds productivity standards established by the supervisor.
• Ensures high-quality service delivery that meets all standards of practice.
• Implements new treatment programs and monitors their outcomes.
• Communicates findings with therapists responsible for the plan of care.
• Assures compliance with established policies and procedures of the facility.
• Approves timecards and time worked by department personnel.
• Provides input to supervisor on performance of department employees.
• In-services therapy staff on safe work practices, emphasizing good body mechanics and safety.
• Organizes rehabilitation orientation for new department personnel.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient and company information.
• Promotes a positive attitude among staff and the community regarding the company and its mission.

Requirements

• Associate Degree from an accredited PTA program.
• Licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant with a license in good standing with the state board.
• Proficient in computer skills, including data input into programs such as Net Health and Point Click Care.
• CPR certification as per licensure requirement.

Benefits

• Connecting exceptional people with premier healthcare careers throughout the nation.