Therapy Manager

Encompass Health • Concord, NH

105d

About The Position

With guidance from the Director of Therapy Operations, using some independent judgment, Therapy Manager manages components of therapy operations, which may include inpatient or outpatient therapy, in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, regulations, and guidelines to assure that the highest degree of quality care is rendered at all times. This position requires effective management skills along with good communication skills for interdepartmental relationships and requires competency in therapy discipline for evaluation, assessment, care planning and treatment. Additionally, this position requires task delegation and supervision of therapy discipline assistants and technicians. The Therapy Manager provides patient care in licensed discipline 50% - 75% of work hours. The Therapy Manager supervises therapy staff and is responsible for staffing and scheduling to provide adequate coverage for patient treatments. This position maintains open and on-going communication with directors and managers to ensure patient, staff, and hospital needs are met. The Therapy Manager creates an environment and culture that enables the hospital to fulfill its mission by providing patient safety and patient-centered treatment.

Requirements

• Current State license as a Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or Speech Language Pathologist.
• BLS (CPR) certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Successful completion of SLP Certification of Clinical Competence (CCC) if clinician is an SLP.
• Minimum of four years of clinical experience required.
• Some management experience preferred.
• Active on Therapy Clinical Ladder or specialty professional certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage components of therapy operations, including inpatient or outpatient therapy.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local standards, regulations, and guidelines.
• Provide patient care in licensed discipline for 50% - 75% of work hours.
• Supervise therapy staff and manage staffing and scheduling.
• Maintain communication with directors and managers.
• Create a culture that promotes patient safety and patient-centered treatment.

Benefits

• Promotes and maintains an inclusive work environment and culture that is respectful and accepting of diversity.

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees