Rehab Manager-OT/PT

Job Summary

The Rehabilitation Manager is responsible for planning and implementing the overall Rehabilitation Policies, Procedures and Services. Ensures efficient and effective operational management of the rehabilitation department. Travel to other Innovative Integrated Health locations may be necessary on occasion for coverage needs and management oversight.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs all the duties stated in the Physical Therapist (PT), Occupational Therapist (OT), or the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) respective job description, depending on the credentials associated with the discipline of the selected candidate.
• Collaborates with the Center Manager and Sr. Rehabilitation Manager regarding process improvements for the Rehabilitation Department.
• Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team (IDT) and completes initial, SDR and unscheduled assessments, attends morning meeting updates and report changes in participants’ baseline status to appropriate staff daily.
• Manages the daily operations of the Rehabilitation Department.
• Demonstrates knowledge and proficiency of all rehabilitation services.
• Works with the Directors and the Sr. Rehabilitation Manager to develop policies and procedures and ensure that these are reviewed in a timely manner and are in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Reviews and updates restorative exercises as needed.
• Facilitates program approved training, provides training and education to staff on performance improvement.
• Prepare reports regarding rehabilitation, utilization, performance improvement, service data, excel data and productivity.
• Ensures that project/department goals are met and adheres to approved budget.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings, in-services, projects, and committees assigned.
• Adhere to and support the center’s practices, procedures, and policies including assigned break times and attendance.
• Assess the need for adaptive equipment and durable medical equipment (DME); order and facilitate authorization of such equipment; assess, recommend, and provide follow-through therapy for specialized shoes.
• Provide initial and ongoing training, education, and supervision for physical therapist assistant(s), including all areas of performance with departmental policies; report as required to supervisor regarding these issues.
• Utilize appropriate safety measures when providing care.
• Develop special programs according to participant needs.
• Educate staff, participants, and family on services available through physical therapy staff.
• Develop, instruct, and supervise other staff, and/or family members on therapy program to be carried out by individuals other than a physical therapist.
• Communicate observed staffing needs/changes and further program development needs to supervisor.
• Complete documentation as required.
• Adjust schedule as needed to meet the needs of Innovative Integrated Health participants.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding participant, staff, contractor, and organizational information.
• Accept assigned duties in a cooperative manner; and perform all other related duties as assigned.
• Be flexible in schedule of hours worked.
• May be required to use personal vehicle. If using a personal vehicle, a valid California Driver’s License and proof of vehicle insurance are required.

Qualifications

• Proficient knowledge of computer skills. MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Knowledge of general office procedures, equipment and filing systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to quickly learn department policies, procedures, goals, and services.
• Skill: Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to change priorities regularly.

Experience

• Three (3) to five (5) years of supervisory experience is preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of documented experience working with a frail or elderly population.

Education and Certification

• A valid Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) or Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) license in the state of California is required.
• Current CPR with First-Aid Certification.
• Is medically cleared for communicable diseases and has all immunizations up-to-date before engaging in direct participant contact.