Director of Rehabilitation

Overview

$15,000 Sign on or relocation

About the role

Join a team that makes a very real impact in the lives of the patients and residents we serve. As a leading rehab therapy provider for skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), Reliant therapists provide necessary rehabilitation services for our most vulnerable population.

Responsibilities

• Assign patient scheduling and other responsibilities to staff as needed.
• Supervise, orient, train, evaluate, and counsel department Team Members to improve their job performance and to maintain high standards of performance and patient quality care, in conjunction with the Regional Director of Operations and Human Resources.
• May assist with the interview process for hiring department Team Members.
• Ensure compliance with Reliant Rehabilitation and facility specific policies and procedures for the department.
• Ensure that therapists and therapy assistants are compliant with documentation in the medical record that: is accurate and concise; meets governmental and third-party payor requirements; minimizes duplication; and reflects a clear picture of the patient’s status, the skilled intervention, and the patient’s outcomes.
• Communicate and coordinate department functions with other services in a constructive manner that promotes team rapport and effectiveness.
• Communicate effectively with administration regarding department programs, goals, objectives, risks, and successes.
• Communicate effectively to the public (including medical personnel) within the community regarding the therapy services offered by Reliant Rehabilitation.
• Participate in utilization review, quality assurance, resident care conferences, admission meetings, department head meetings, community education planning, and rehabilitation conferences.
• Responsible for revenue and expense controls to meet budgetary requirements.
• Establish goals and objectives for the department and implements strategies /activities to obtain success.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of MDS information.
• Ensure timely and accurate billing of services provided and completion of required documentation and maintain quality of services.
• Enhance clinical expertise, professional and management skills through interaction with managers, therapists and other professional staff, self-study, and other continuing education activities.
• Maintain valid state license (where appropriate).
• Maintain awareness of issues related to the therapy profession and the healthcare environment.
• Optimize the functionality and skills of patients by providing, directing, and/or overseeing therapy (for corresponding discipline) when needed, in the following areas: screening of residents, as appropriate: evaluate and treat patients who may benefit from therapy; as referred by state approved referral source;
• Comply with state and federal guidelines regarding accurate and timely billing and documentation in the medical record;

Qualifications

• Must possess a degree in Physical, Occupational or Speech Therapy from an accredited school; or
• If a Rehab Tech, High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent, and Two (2) years of experience as a Physical Therapist, Physical Therapist Assistant, Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Speech-Language Pathologist Therapist, or Rehab Tech
• Computer Skills: Computer literate and proficient in clinical documentation
• Basic Internet navigation skills

Skills

Computer literate and proficient in clinical documentation

Benefits

• Competitive Pay Packages
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan with employer match
• PTO Share Program
• PTO Buy-Back Program
• Annual Performance Reviews
• Maternity Support Program
• Company-sponsored continuing education courses
• Clinical Leadership Support
• Tuition Loan Repayment Program
• Flexible Schedules

Education & Experience

• Must hold a current and active license as one of the following: Physical Therapist, Physical Therapist Assistant, Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapy Assistant, or Speech-Language Pathologist; if the person is a therapist.
• Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervises the work of others in the facility to include, but not limited to: training, scheduling, coaching, resolving issues, maintaining personnel records, and assisting with discipline.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervises the work of others in the facility to include, but not limited to: training, scheduling, coaching, resolving issues, maintaining personnel records, and assisting with discipline.

Pay

Rate range is an estimate and may vary based on skill set and location(s).

Schedule

Flexible Schedules