Clinic Director

About the role

Become part of OrthoAtlanta, one of the largest independent physician-owned orthopedic and sports medicine practice in Georgia and contribute to our mission of providing comprehensive orthopedic care.

Job Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and oversees activities of physical therapy department including ensuring compliance with regulations of governmental and accrediting agencies
• Provides skilled physical therapy treatment plans in accordance with physician orders, current standards of care and by assessing and interpreting evaluations and test results of patients
• Affirms continuation of therapeutic plan following discharge by designing home exercise programs; instructing patients, recommending and/or providing assistive equipment; recommending follow-up programs
• Promptly and thoroughly documents and maintains clinical and administrative records regarding patient limitations/interventions, treatments, responses and progress to administered therapy as well as discharge summaries
• Maintain patient records confidentially
• Records treatment charges daily and completes charge tickets in accurate and timely manner
• Facilitates development and monitors department mission, policies and procedures and goals
• Oversee the development/implementation of programs including post offer testing, FCE and pre-employment screening; conducts testing in accordance with standard practice and within applicable laws
• Model a high standard of teamwork, leadership and professionalism; maintains patient confidentiality
• Develops strategic planning, marketing activities to increase OrthoAtlanta’s visibility in the community
• Administers and complies with all company policies and procedures including infection control and safety policies
• Ensures company’s guidelines for billing and collections of department services are adhered to
• Provides direction to Physical Therapy, Assistants and Aides with patient care and related activities as requested
• Ensures department complies with the Georgia State Physical Therapy Act, codes and regulations
• Maintains professional appearance and personal conduct at all times
• Follows all of the Company’s policies and procedures
• Adheres to employer work practices as described in TDC Occupational Blood Born Exposure Plan policy
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with physicians, staff and management
• Attends meetings as requested
• Provides back up for administrative staff to include answering phones, scheduling appointments and checking in patients

Job Requirements

• Master’s degree in healthcare or similar
• Graduate from an accredited physical therapy program
• Current State of Georgia Physical Therapy license or eligible to receive one
• 2 years’ experience as Physical Therapist
• Current CPR certification for Health Care Providers
• Thorough knowledge of physical therapy principles and practices
• Knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding procedures
• Ability to build trust with physicians and co-workers
• Ability to keep a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Must be able to work independently
• Must be detailed oriented
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skill
• Strong sense of discretion and professionalism