Director of Physical Therapy

About the Role

The Clinical Director is responsible for the operation of the facility and therapy services, including personnel supervision, patient treatment and evaluation, clerical tasks, housekeeping, and communication with patients, doctors, and administrators.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the work of clinical and office staff.
• Maintain the physical plant and machinery related to the Therapy Department.
• Prepare and operate within an annual budget for personnel and equipment.
• Maintain records and ensure compliance with standards set by professional associations (APTA, AOTA, NATA, ASHA).
• Interpret diagnoses and prescribed treatments to achieve maximum benefit and safety.
• Complete patient records related to physical medicine.
• Ensure patient safety while in the department.
• Administer correct treatments and maintain equipment.
• Directly supervise clinical and office staff, including hiring, firing, and training.
• Monitor daily operational procedures and enforce facility policies.
• Schedule departmental activities and coordinate clinical education with universities.
• Perform duties as a staff therapist.
• Other duties as assigned by the President and Vice President.

Requirements

• Licensure in the State of Alabama.
• Knowledge of Physical Medicine theory and modalities.
• Understanding of machine operation, maintenance, and repairs.
• Proficiency in applying physical medicine treatments with full knowledge of their effects.
• Adequate knowledge of Human Anatomy, Physiology, and disease processes.
• Familiarity with sterile techniques and ENCORE REHABILITATION, INC. policies.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment, supplies, and materials up to 50 lbs. independently, and over 50 lbs. with assistance.
• Capability to stoop, push, pull, reach, and handle equipment and patients.
• Strong communication skills (oral and written) for conveying instructions and medical terminology.
• Ability to work with individuals of all ages, from neonates to geriatrics.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a B.S. degree from an accredited institution in Physical Therapy; an M.S. degree in a related field is desirable.
• Licensed by the Board of Physical Therapy in the applicable State.
• Previous experience is not required but is desirable.

Skills

• Problem identification and intervention.
• Organizational and efficiency-enhancing abilities.
• Personnel evaluation and performance management.
• Motivational and leadership skills.
• Multitasking and coordination of activities.
• Knowledge of statistics and record-keeping.
• Humanistic management and dedication to patient care.
• Self-evaluation and constructive response to criticism.

Supervised by: Regional Vice President, CEO, and Senior Vice President/COO. Supervises: Staff therapists, therapist assistants, technicians/aids, students, and Office Managers.