Supervisor Rehabilitation; 1.0 FTE; Day Shift

UnityPoint Health • Madison, WI

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About The Position

UnityPoint Health – Meriter is seeking an engaged Therapy Supervisor to join the Rehabilitation Therapy Services Leadership Team. The role combines staff leadership, operational responsibilities, and direct patient care to support clinical outcomes and service excellence. The supervisor oversees day-to-day operations, the Mobility and Safe Patient Handling Programs, and budget management, and develops internal and external partnerships. The role also supports the growth and development of the inpatient team and contributes to clinical practice improvements.

The Therapy team places patients at the center of its work and serves the community through UnityPoint Health’s FOCUS values: Foster Unity, Own the Moment, Champion Excellence, and Seize Opportunity. The organization promotes shared goals and shared governance, with clinical decision-making structured as a collaborative process that supports growth and advancement. UnityPoint Health – Meriter and UW Health work closely together to deliver healthcare services to the community.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a therapy discipline (Physical, Occupational, or Speech) from an accredited therapy program.
• Experience in the physical rehabilitation field as a Physical, Occupational, or Speech Therapist.
• Wisconsin licensure as a PT, COTA, OT, or SLP.

Nice To Haves

• Post-graduate Master’s or Doctorate degree in the therapy discipline from an accredited program.
• Three years of supervisory experience.
• Prior experience with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems.
• Two years of experience as a Therapist or Therapist Assistant in a multi-therapy environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations to promote excellence in patient care and patient outcomes.
• Provide direct patient care and lead clinical practice improvements.
• Oversee and direct scheduling for direct reports.
• Develop and implement the annual Safe Patient Handling budget in conjunction with the Therapy Manager.
• Communicate through multiple formats, including leading staff meetings, supporting shared governance, celebrating successes, and communicating opportunities for growth.
• Complete annual performance reviews, write goals, and support staff development.
• Pursue ongoing learning, receive feedback, seek opportunities to advance personal practice, and share feedback to promote team growth.
• Collaborate to establish realistic short- and long-term department goals aligned with division goals and the strategic plan.
• Work collaboratively with the Rehabilitation Therapy Services Leadership Team on division initiatives and strategy.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• Parental leave.
• 401(k) matching.
• Employee recognition program.
• Dental insurance.
• Health insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Paid holidays.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Pet insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Adoption assistance.

What This Job Offers

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