Rehab Director / PT, PTA, OT, COTA, or SLP

HealthPRO Heritage • Bonham, TX

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About The Position

The Rehab Director / Program Manager at HealthPRO Heritage is responsible for leading and managing rehabilitation services within a skilled nursing facility. This role involves overseeing operational controls, administrative procedures, and personnel management to ensure effective service delivery and financial efficiency. The director will maintain a clinical caseload while also focusing on staff recruitment, training, and compliance with healthcare standards. The position emphasizes a collaborative and respectful work environment, aiming to enhance patient care and therapy program effectiveness.

Requirements

• Texas Licensed Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapist Assistant, or Physical Therapist Assistant
• Minimum of 3 years of rehabilitation experience
• Proven leadership and program development/supervisory experience, including multi-site management experience
• Knowledge of state, federal and therapy practice act legislation/law and accreditation standards
• MDS certification (RAC-CT) or other advanced certification preferred
• Basic knowledge of computers, typing abilities and willingness to utilize computers on a daily basis

Nice To Haves

• Experience in skilled nursing facilities
• Advanced certifications in rehabilitation practices
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks

Responsibilities

• Maintaining a clinical caseload
• Responsible for recruiting and retaining rehab service personnel
• Promotes positive employee relations by facilitating an atmosphere of open communication and problem solving
• Conducting performance appraisals of all rehab personnel
• Monitors and assists with personnel compliance standards including required credentials, corrective actions, and improvement plans when needed
• Investigates, follows up and assists in the resolution of staff, service and patient-related issues as requested
• Assures that all program standards are met, including CARF, SNF, and JCAHO standards
• Develop strategies to increase facility's therapy program/revenue in both Part A and Part B caseloads
• Lead efforts to build caseloads within the facility, including the investigation of those in facility who could be candidates for therapy through follow-up with nursing staff and physicians
• Ensure that the therapy dept. is aware and accepting all patients that are appropriate for therapy
• Develop special programs for resident participation, such as fitness, dementia programming, and various protocols for activities that strengthen and enhance the existing therapy program
• Lead marketing efforts with local hospitals, physicians and community on behalf of facility to increase awareness of the therapy program
• Provide leadership to and directly manage clinical therapy staff, facilitating a team atmosphere among staff
• Perform active involvement in the recruiting and hiring process, attend events, and interview candidates as needed
• Ensure that clinical staff is providing proper documentation according to Medicare guidelines, company policy and facility standards
• Represent the ethical standards of the company, identifying and report instances of poor patient care and communicating concerns to Supervisors as needed
• Oversee the scheduling of patients and therapists, ensuring adequate coverage for therapy minutes
• Track Assessment Period Data to include number of disciplines treating, treatment days/weeks and daily treatment time
• Communicate data to appropriate facility personnel
• Participates in discharge planning
• Supervises Rehabilitation Technicians, students and volunteers as needed
• Reviews the quality and appropriateness of the total services delivered and individual therapy programs for effectiveness and efficiency, using pre-determined criteria
• Provides in-service education to the members of the patient's care team and education to the community
• Provides treatment in accordance with established standards of practice, company standards, department procedures and standards according to company guidelines
• Assists with and participates in Quality Assurance as required
• Maintains a current knowledge of law and regulations regarding rehabilitative services and consults with supervisor to ensure that all employment actions are in compliance with applicable regulations
• Ensures a safe environment and utilizes tools and equipment in a safe manner complying with all infection control, universal precautions, and OSHA standards for the healthcare professional
• Reports all hazardous conditions including incidents, injuries and equipment to Supervisor/appropriate personnel immediately
• Responds to and acts appropriately in emergency or disaster situations
• Adheres to high standards of cleanliness, grooming, hygiene and dress code
• Adheres to all documentation requirements of Rehabilitation department, facility, and company
• Contributes to a positive work team by sharing information, using problem-solving methods, accepting new ideas, constructive feedback and advice from others
• Demonstrates superior customer service through professionalism, courtesy, consistent and timely follow-up, and positive communication
• Adheres to all policies of company, including job descriptions, certifications requirements, mission statement, HIPAA, confidentiality standards and patient rights
• Adapts to changes in responsibilities in a positive manner, is receptive to new ways of completing tasks, and is flexible in carrying out assignments
• Communicates and interacts professionally and respectfully with others in attending to and meeting their requests
• Perform all other duties as assigned and as required to effectively discharge the responsibilities of the position and are in the best interests of the company
• Assumes responsibility for ongoing continuing education, License renewal and professional development

Benefits

• Salaried position with quarterly bonus program
• Mentorship options available
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Associate degree