Director of Rehab- OT/OTA- The Gardens at Winsted

Job Description

DIRECTOR OF REHAB: JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Arts, Science Degree, Master’s Degree, or an Associate Degree in an allied health field, or comparable skilled nursing experience deemed adequate by Regional Director of Operations.
• Current state licensure and/or certification/registry, as required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time, walk through the department and office and lift objects weighing up to ten pounds.
• Must be able to climb stairs, stoop and reach when performing daily work.
• Must also meet physical requirements for job description of held licensure. For example, Physical Therapist.

Job Relationships

• Responsible to and reports to the Director of Operations.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for the management and administration of all aspects of rehabilitation services as well as for maintaining a clinical caseload.
• Responsible for recruiting and retaining all rehabilitation service personnel.
• Ensures effective orientation and on-the-job training for all rehabilitation service personnel.
• Promotes positive employee relations by facilitating an atmosphere of open communication and problem solving.
• Responsible for conducting performance reviews of all rehabilitation service personnel.
• Responsible for all aspects of operations of rehabilitation services at the facility level.
• Makes sure personnel comply with all standards and take corrective action when needed.
• Works with finance personnel in reconciling billing to ensure accuracy.
• Affirms that all program standards are met, including MDH SNF standards and any other overseeing agencies.
• Identifies program development needs of the community and implements appropriate programs.
• Develops clinical affiliation programs with educational institutions.
• Investigates, follows up and assists in the resolution of staff, service and resident-related issues as requested by the Administrator and/or the Executive Director.
• Reviews the quality and appropriateness of the total services delivered.
• Attends facility meetings as requested.
• Assesses resources and supplies available in the community.
• Tracks MDS Assessment Period Data to include number of disciplines treating, treatment days/week, and daily treatment time. Communicates data to appropriate community personnel.
• Reviews resident specific PDPM category per assessment period. Coordinates change in MDS data according to community procedure.
• Responsible for utilizing tracking systems and for implementing changes that may be indicated.
• Ensures compliance with data entry for resource utilization and CPT coding daily. Monitors treatment minutes daily.
• Aids in and participates in quality assurance programs as required.
• Adheres to established confidentiality standards of the residents, as well as the organization.
• Maintains appropriate relationships and rapport with coworkers, supervisors, residents, family members and community personnel and administration.
• Projects a positive and professional image at all times.
• Generates special reports/data as needed to assist the Administrator and/or Executive Director and
• Team Leader in assessing the efficiency and cost effectiveness of the Rehabilitative Services for the facility.
• Reports to work on time and coordinates schedule to achieve maximum results of Rehabilitative Services operation within the facility.
• Maintains a safe and clean work area and adheres to community safety standards, as well as complying with all Infection Control, Universal Precautions and OSHA standards for the healthcare professional.
• Performs such other duties as assigned and as required to effectively perform the responsibilities of the position and are in the best interest of Northwoods Rehab.
• Assumes responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development.
• Adheres to job responsibilities for job description of held licensure. For example, Physical Therapist.

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