Director-Rehab Clinical

About the role

At Powerback, we're on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive. With over four decades of trusted service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home-based care. We deliver personalized care exactly where and when it's needed most. Join an industry-leading team that restores hope and makes a lasting impact in rehabilitation and wellness.

Responsibilities

• Assume responsibility for the efficient and profitable management of rehabilitation services in assigned site(s) of service.
• Provide direct patient care.
• Monitor the standard of clinical services being delivered and maintained in all sites and ensure an ethical and compliant product is being delivered.
• Operationally manage Powerback Rehabilitation personnel and consultants within facility or home care contracts.
• Ensure accountability to the provision of evidence-based care and adherence to care delivery standards.
• Review monthly department and individual therapist outcomes and support staff in identifying strategies to improve outcomes as needed.
• Assist therapy staff in identifying and removing barriers to treatment and providing clinical education to meet the needs of the patient.
• Take responsibility for the development and support of all staff in their site to include rounding, coaching, and mentoring.
• Assume responsibility for annual merit evaluation of therapy staff.
• Assume responsibility for hiring therapy staff (in conjunction with the Clinical Operations Area Director).
• Assume responsibility for daily staffing and utilization with input from treating therapists, consideration of clinical requirements, and recommendations from the Clinical Director.
• Administer financial controls of revenue and expenses.
• Assume responsibility for facility reports on a weekly and monthly basis.
• Assist Clinical Operations Area Director in annual budget preparation.
• Assume responsibility for meeting annual budget goals as set by Clinical Operations Area Director.
• Assist with clinical orientation and ensure that there is a quality orientation process for new rehab staff.
• Support the delivery of the highest standard of rehab services through appropriate utilization of resources, the promotion of clinical programs, and staff development in collaboration with licensed therapists, the Clinical Operations Area Director, and the Clinical Director.
• Promote all Powerback Rehabilitation products and services whenever possible.
• Assist Clinical Operations Area Director in identifying and securing new contracts.
• Develop and maintain relationships with facility management team and staff as a representative of Powerback Rehabilitation.
• Ensure that the clinical management of the rehab department, including oversight related to case management, quality improvement, care planning, clinical utilization, and patient identification is overseen.
• Complete monthly reports and formally review them with the facility administration.
• Perform other related duties as required.

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 of direct patient care experience and one year of management experience.
• Thorough knowledge of Medicare and third-party billing.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for Full-Time team members; Dental and Vision for Part-Time team members.
• Generous paid time off for Full-Time and Part-Time team members.
• Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program for new graduates, starting on day one.
• Free continuing education units (CEUs) through Medbridge.
• H-1B Visa and Green Card sponsorship, plus relocation assistance through the Journey Travel Program.
• Exclusive discounts on Wireless/TV, Home/Auto/Renters and Pet Insurance, Childcare, and Eldercare.
• PowerZone Employee Recognition Program for earning rewards.
• Clinicians in Action professional development program.

Pay

Posted salary range: USD $83,200.00 – USD $116,480.00 per year. Bonus: USD $15,000.00.