Director of Rehabilitation Senior Living

About the Role

This role is based in an Assisted Living, Independent Living, and Memory Care setting. The Director of Rehabilitation (DOR) is responsible for managing and supervising the rehabilitation department to meet resident needs, the company’s fiscal requirements, and federal and state regulations. The DOR will achieve specific patient care, Team Member relations, customer service, and financial objectives through strong leadership and effective management of staff, customers, and referral sources.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the overall therapy, wellness, and fitness advocacy within the community, driving meaningful and measurable outcomes.
• Assign patient scheduling and other responsibilities to staff as needed.
• Manage, orient, train, evaluate, and counsel department Team Members to improve job performance and maintain high standards of patient care, in conjunction with the Regional Director of Operations and Human Resources.
• Lead the interview process for hiring department Team Members.
• Ensure compliance with Reliant Rehabilitation and community-specific policies and procedures for the department.
• Ensure therapists and therapy assistants maintain compliant documentation in medical records that is accurate, concise, meets governmental and third-party payor requirements, minimizes duplication, and reflects patient status and outcomes.
• Communicate and coordinate department functions with other services to promote team rapport and effectiveness.
• Communicate effectively with community leadership regarding department programs, goals, objectives, risks, and successes.
• Promote therapy services offered by Reliant Rehabilitation to the public, including medical personnel within the community.
• Participate in utilization review, quality assurance, resident care coordination, 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 implement strategies to achieve success.
• Ensure timely and accurate billing of services and completion of required documentation while maintaining quality of services.
• Enhance clinical expertise, professional, and management skills through interaction with managers, therapists, and continuing education activities.
• Maintain a valid state license (where appropriate).
• Stay informed about issues related to the rehabilitation and senior living profession.
• Understand relevant payment models related to billing, treatment guidelines, and clinically appropriate means/modes of delivery.
• Provide quality care as well as reasonable goals and outcomes within guidelines.
• Comply with infection control procedures and environmental safety protocols within the community.
• Perform patient lifting using appropriate biomechanical techniques frequently; must be capable of lifting fifty (50) pounds of dead weight alone.
• Conduct self in an ethical, legal, and responsible manner at all times.
• Adhere to the policies, principles, and guidance within the Employee Handbook and Code of Business Conduct.
• May require travel time up to 75%.
• Must be able to work varying hours and shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Attend all mandatory meetings, trainings, and assignments as delegated.
• Comply with the position description for the discipline of current license.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships with a diverse population.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend in English: instructions, correspondence, memos, and reports.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, productive work environment.
• Ability to make independent decisions and problem-solve as appropriate.
• Ability to effectively manage and motivate the team.

Qualifications

• Must possess a degree in therapy from an accredited school; or two (2) years of experience as a Physical Therapist, Physical Therapist Assistant, Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapy Assistant, or Speech-Language Pathologist (preferred).
• One (1) year of management experience is preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of Medicare and third-party billing.
• Thorough knowledge of state practice acts.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Basic internet navigation skills.
• 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.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervise the work of others in the community, including training, scheduling, coaching, resolving issues, maintaining personal records, and assisting with discipline.

Work Environment

The work environment is typically moderate in noise level and temperature, situated in a healthcare setting. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to walk, bend, stand, and reach constantly during a workday/shift and participate in sustained activities for many hours.
• Must have visual, auditory, and speaking skills sufficient to evaluate, diagnose, communicate, and monitor patient needs, and maintain accurate records.
• Must have fine motor skills and legible, accurate writing and keystroking for charting, scheduling, daily correspondence, reports, and handling diagnostic/therapeutic equipment.