Therapy Coordinator

Reliant Rehabilitation•Pasco, WA

3d•$50 - $55

About The Position

The Therapy Coordinator (TC) oversees the rehabilitation department to ensure resident needs are met while aligning with company financial goals and complying with federal and state regulations. The role is responsible for meeting patient care, customer service, and financial objectives through strategic staff scheduling based on patient needs. The Therapy Coordinator maintains professional conduct and fosters positive relationships with clients and facility staff, representing Reliant Rehabilitation’s commitment to quality care and service excellence. All duties are performed in accordance with Reliant Rehabilitation’s policies and procedures. The coordinator assigns patient schedules and delegates responsibilities, coordinates departmental functions with other services, communicates departmental goals and results to facility administration, and participates in interdisciplinary meetings. The role also oversees timely and accurate MDS reporting, billing, and service documentation; maintains applicable licensure and awareness of industry developments; applies relevant billing models and treatment guidelines; and follows infection-control, environmental-safety, confidentiality, and state practice-act requirements. The Therapy Coordinator attends required meetings, training, and assignments and performs the responsibilities associated with their licensed discipline.

Requirements

Degree in Physical Therapy, Physical Therapist Assistant, Occupational Therapy, Occupational Therapy Assistant, or Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution.
Two years of experience as a Physical Therapist, Physical Therapist Assistant, Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapy Assistant, or Speech-Language Pathologist.
Valid state license, as applicable.
Proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English for effective communication and documentation.

Responsibilities

Assign patient scheduling and delegate responsibilities to staff as appropriate.
Coordinate departmental functions with other services to promote teamwork and operational efficiency.
Communicate effectively with facility administration regarding departmental goals, programs, risks, and achievements.
Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, including utilization review, quality assurance, resident care conferences, admissions, department head meetings, and community education planning.
Ensure timely and accurate completion of Minimum Data Set (MDS) reporting.
Oversee accurate billing and documentation of services provided.
Maintain a valid state license, as applicable, and stay informed on professional and healthcare industry developments.
Understand and apply relevant billing models and treatment guidelines to deliver clinically appropriate care with measurable outcomes.
Adhere to infection-control and environmental-safety protocols within the facility.
Attend required meetings, training, and assignments as directed.
Comply with the responsibilities outlined in the position description for the licensed discipline.
Use English effectively for communication and documentation.
Maintain confidentiality as appropriate and comply with the state practice act in the state(s) where licensed.