Director of Rehab - Occupational Therapist (OT)

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the efficient management of rehabilitation services in assigned account(s).
• Aids in integrating rehabilitation services in various settings.
• Ensures delivery of the highest standard of rehabilitation services and maintains compliance.
• Operates and manages rehabilitation services within assigned facilities or home care contracts.
• Maintains accountability for evidence-based care and adherence to care delivery standards.
• Monitors and supports staff in improving patient outcomes.
• Assumes responsibility for the development and support of all staff, including rounding, coaching, and mentoring.
• Conducts annual merit evaluations of therapy staff.
• Hires therapy staff (in conjunction with the Clinical Operations Area Director).
• Administers financial controls of revenue and expenses.
• Supports clinical orientation and ensures quality orientation processes for new rehab staff.
• Promotes the highest standard of rehab services through resource utilization, clinical program promotion, and staff development.
• Aids in identifying and securing new contracts.
• Oversight of clinical management, including case management, quality improvement, care planning, clinical utilization, and patient identification.
• Completes and reviews monthly reports with facility administration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an occupational therapy curriculum accredited by ACOTE standards.
• Initial registration from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
• Valid and unencumbered occupational therapy license as required in the state of practice.
• Three years direct patient care experience and one year of management experience.
• A thorough knowledge of Medicare and third-party billing.