Therapy Manager

Lifepoint Health • Irvine, CA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

UC Health Irvine Rehabilitation Hospital - Inpatient Rehabilitation Full Time Join us in opening UC Health - Irvine Rehabilitation Hospital, a brand-new 52 bed inpatient rehabilitation facility (IRF). Your experience matters UC Health – Irvine Rehabilitation Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health , a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. By joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ® . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. How you’ll contribute The Therapy Manager is responsible for assisting the Director of Therapy Services with the ongoing assessment and improvement of Therapy Services. Such responsibilities encompass not only the internal functioning of the department, but also the integration of the department into the overall functioning of the organization and its clinical programs. The Therapy Manager works in collaboration with the Director of Therapy to ensure optimal functioning of both inpatient and outpatient (if applicable) therapy departments. The Therapy Manager will also assume responsibility and accountability for a designated group of patients and provides therapy evaluations, modalities and treatments, etc. in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures, maintaining the highest degree of quality patient care. The Manager participates in performance improvement and program development activities. Responsibilities include providing input into the budgetary planning process; contributing to cost effectiveness of services and programs provided by the department; communicating the employee’s observations and suggestions related to opportunities for improvement; and maintaining positive relations with all customers.

Requirements

• Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist or Speech Pathologist in the State
• Current licensure as an Occupational Therapy Assistant or Physical Therapy Assistant in the State
• Bachelors or Masters in a Healthcare Management or related field.
• Current Basic Life Support / CPR card.
• At least two years of experience as a treating therapist.

Nice To Haves

• Inpatient rehab experience preferred.
• Leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the Director of Therapy Services with the ongoing assessment and improvement of Therapy Services.
• Ensuring optimal functioning of both inpatient and outpatient (if applicable) therapy departments.
• Assuming responsibility and accountability for a designated group of patients and provides therapy evaluations, modalities and treatments, etc. in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures, maintaining the highest degree of quality patient care.
• Participating in performance improvement and program development activities.
• Providing input into the budgetary planning process.
• Contributing to cost effectiveness of services and programs provided by the department.
• Communicating employee’s observations and suggestions related to opportunities for improvement.
• Maintaining positive relations with all customers.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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