Director-Rehab Clinical

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the efficient management of rehabilitation services in assigned account(s).
• Aids in the integration of rehabilitation services in various settings.
• Ensures delivery and maintenance of the highest standard of rehabilitation services.
• Operational management of rehabilitation services in assigned facility or home care contracts.
• Maintains accountability for evidence-based care and adherence to care delivery standards.
• Reviews and supports staff in improving department and individual therapist outcomes.
• Assists therapy staff in addressing barriers to treatment and providing clinical education.
• Develops and supports staff in their roles, including rounding, coaching, and mentoring.
• Assumes responsibility for 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 a quality orientation process for new rehab staff.
• Promotes the highest standard of rehab services through resource utilization, clinical programs, and staff development.
• Aids in identifying and securing new contracts.
• Develops and maintains relationships with facility management teams and staff.
• Oversees the clinical management of the rehab department, including oversight related to case management, quality improvement, care planning, clinical utilization, and patient identification.
• Completes monthly reports and reviews them 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.
• One year of management experience.
• Thorough knowledge of Medicare and third-party billing.