Rehabilitation Manager (PT / OT – elderly population)

Intermedia Group • San Bernardino, CA

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Rehabilitation Manager coordinates the policies, objectives, initiatives, and programs for the delivery of rehabilitation therapy programs, to participants in the PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) program. This role oversees the performance of rehabilitation therapy staff, business planning, and budget development for the rehab department. Key accountabilities include ensuring services comply with professional and clinical competency standards, state and federal regulatory requirements, guiding and directing the work of others, and providing direct participant treatment when necessary.

Requirements

• California licensed PT or OT
• 5 years experience as a staff therapist
• 2 years minimum experience leading a team of rehab professionals
• Experience in a setting with elderly patients
• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical/Occupational Therapy
• Five (5) years of demonstrated rehabilitation experience
• Physical/Occupational Therapy knowledge and experience necessary to treat frail, elderly participants with complex needs
• Two (2) years of supervisory experience with capacity to mentor and develop team members
• Must obtain CPR and First Aid certification within 180 days of hire and maintain certification thereafter
• CPR and First Aid certification upon hire preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide relevant program knowledge, analytical leadership, administrative guidance, and advice in the day-to-day management of therapy programs.
• Ensure the team assists participants and therapists in preparation for appointments.
• Oversee the team who carries out treatment programs as predetermined for each participant and delegated by the supervising therapists.
• Oversight of contract management of speech therapy as needed.
• Follow the regulatory statutes and rules for the practice of rehabilitation services, PACE, and ADHC regulations.
• Regularly communicate with the Center Director and Clinical Services Director to inform them of strategic staffing needs or changes in the facility’s needs/procedures/policies.
• Conduct home visits as needed to oversee Therapy services in the home, equipment set-up, or provide in person home treatments.

What This Job Offers

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