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 uphold standards set by professional associations (APTA, AOTA, NATA, ASHA).
• Interpret diagnoses and prescribed treatments to ensure maximum benefit and safety.
• Complete patient records related to physical medicine.
• Ensure patient care and 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 as a Physical Therapist in the State of Alabama.
• Knowledge of Physical Medicine theory and modalities.
• Understanding of machine operation, maintenance, and repairs.
• Proficiency in applying physical medicine modalities with full knowledge of their effects.
• Adequate knowledge of Human Anatomy, Physiology, and disease processes.
• Familiarity with sterile techniques and their application in therapy.
• Knowledge of Encore Rehabilitation, Inc. policies, functions, and procedures.

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 desirable but not required if educational requirements are met.

Skills

• Ability to identify problems and suggest appropriate interventions.
• Strong organizational skills to enhance departmental efficiency.
• Ability to evaluate personnel performance and implement changes.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to motivate staff and work with diverse age groups (neonates to geriatrics).
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including medical terminology.
• Knowledge of statistics and forms for maintaining accurate records.
• Dedication to quality patient care and professional behavior.
• Ability to accept constructive criticism and perform self-evaluation.

Physical Demands

• Medium work: Lifting and carrying equipment, supplies, and materials up to 50 lbs. without help; over 50 lbs. with assistance.
• Stooping, pushing, and pulling when positioning patients or equipment.
• Reaching, handling, and manipulating equipment and patients during treatments.
• Talking and hearing to convey instructions and information.
• Visual acuity to perceive reactions to treatment and read instructions.
• Work is performed indoors.

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