Therapy Manager

About the role

Join us in opening UC Health - Irvine Rehabilitation Hospital, a brand‑new 52‑bed inpatient rehabilitation facility (IRF). UC Health - Irvine Rehabilitation Hospital is part of LifePoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others. By joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Therapy Services with the ongoing assessment and improvement of Therapy Services, including internal department functioning and integration into the organization and its clinical programs.
• Collaborate with the Director of Therapy to ensure optimal functioning of inpatient and outpatient (if applicable) therapy departments.
• Assume responsibility and accountability for a designated group of patients, providing therapy evaluations, modalities, and treatments in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures while maintaining the highest degree of quality patient care.
• Participate in performance improvement and program development activities.
• Provide input into the budgetary planning process.
• Contribute to the cost‑effectiveness of services and programs provided by the department.
• Communicate observations and suggestions related to opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain positive relations with all customers.

Requirements

• Current licensure as an Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, or Speech Pathologist in the state.
• OR current licensure as an Occupational Therapy Assistant or Physical Therapy Assistant in the state.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Healthcare Management or a related field.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR card.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience as a treating therapist.
• Inpatient rehabilitation experience preferred.
• Leadership experience preferred.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage for full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Financial protection & PTO: life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave, and paid time off.
• Financial & career growth: higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance, and 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Employee well‑being: mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental