SUMMARY:

The Director of Therapy is responsible for overall administration of the Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Speech departments. Coordinate and direct the professional and non-professional staff of the department in their care of patients ranging from 18 years of age to geriatric experiencing rehabilitation diagnosis/conditions, medical-surgical conditions requiring rehabilitation and/or wound care needs. Responsible for participating in direct patient care per the needs of the facility. Responsible for the administration and operation of department direction, revenue control, cost containment and expense control, quality of services, records management, supervision and direction of assigned personnel, department image and special demands and requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

May include, but is not limited to the following:

Job Specific:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each key function satisfactorily based on overall skills categories; assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation and teaching/coaching. Each category will be assessed on performance measurements of appropriateness, efficiency, effectiveness and timeliness. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the key functions. Assists in development of and participates in new employee orientation and annual mandatory education by providing education pertinent to Rehabilitation services Supports employee and patient education to enhance knowledge, skills, and necessary behaviors to achieve quality outcome.

Job Function:

• Assess, plan, develop, implement and evaluate all performance improvement activities needed to assure hospital compliance with state and Federal agency regulations and CIHQ standards. Provide ongoing education to staff of quality standards. 100% compliance 100% of the time. Provide education and training to hospital employees and medical staff on performance improvement processes, CIHQ standards, state and Federal regulations. Collect and analyze performance outcomes and data and submit reports to administration and medical staff.
• Develop, implement and maintain Rehabilitation Departmental policies and procedures that reflect current standards of practice and philosophy of care consistent with CIHQ, state and federal laws and regulations. Monitors staffs compliance. Maintains quality controls on all equipment. Provides a clean and safe environment for staff and patients.
• Trains and retains qualified competent staff to provide rehab therapy and related services to attain or maintain highest practicable physical, mental and psycho social well-being of each patient. Interviews and hires, assures new employee orientation, regular performance reviews, reviews job actions taken by subordinates to assure that staff meet qualification and performance standards and can perform all essential functions of the job. Reviews staffing plans to ensure sufficient numbers of qualified staff according to budgeted funds.
• Overall management for value focused documentation process and departmental documentation requirements. Monitor and maintain staffs compliance.
• Submit proposals related to departmental budgetary staffing and planning. Provide relevant financial information to the CEO/CFO regarding financial needs and status.
• Remain current with literature related to departments for which responsible and maintain an updated methodology, tools, manuals and criteria as necessary and appropriate. Attends all required hospital meetings.

Additional Responsivities:

• Demonstrates and understands the importance of and respect for the rights, dignity, and individuality of each patient in all interactions
• Demonstrates respect for co-workers and responds to needs of patients by complying with hospital policies.
• Carries out essential functions of this position (with or without reasonable accommodation).
• Promotes the philosophy, mission and objectives of the Company within and to customers outside the hospital.
• Demonstrates satisfactory level of interpersonal skills to interact with facility and medical staff and Administration, patients, families, customers, vendors and government agencies.
• Assure participation in relevant in-service training sessions, facility meetings and continuing educational opportunities appropriate to responsibilities.
• Demonstrates honesty and integrity at all times in care and use of patient and hospital property.
• Demonstrates ability to prioritize tasks/responsibilities and compete duties within allotted time.
• Appropriately accesses the resources of the companys corporate offices for consultation and program development support. Seeks out external resources through conferences, workshops, etc. as necessary. Shares professional knowledge with staff, directors, managers and hospital personnel.
• Participate in hospital wide patient safety program identifying risks to patient safety and reducing healthcare errors.
• Comply with HIPAA regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education

Bachelors degree in a rehabilitation related field. Preference a masters degree in a rehabilitation related field.

License/Certification

Current license in related field in state of practice. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association. Must maintain licensure and certification throughout employment.

Experience

Minimum of three (3) years broad clinical experience is required. Ability to project a professional Image.

Possess in-depth knowledge of functions of all hospital departments and specifically Rehabilitation Departmental performance improvement requirements as outlined by CIHQ, the Department of Health for the State of employment and Federal regulatory standards as outlined by Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS). Knowledge and experience in the needs of patients ranging in age from 18 to geriatric. Working knowledge and ability to apply professional standards of practice in job situations.

Strong organizational and analytical skills; excellent writing and speaking skills. Working knowledge of personal computer and software applications used in job functions (Word processing, graphics, databases, spreadsheets, etc.)

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist Assistant

Occupational Therapist

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Speech Therapist

Rehab Tech

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Participates in or conducts company-wide sponsored training to safeguard against improper use and disclosure of patients protected health information. Monitors and ensures compliance with company policies, procedures, state and federal regulations and Accreditation Standards.

Company Specific

• Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean and wears appropriate identification while on duty.
• Adheres to all smoking or tobacco regulations established by corporate building owners, state, or federal laws.
• Completes annual health, safety, and education requirements. Maintains professional growth and development.
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient and/or employee information to assure patient and/or employee rights are protected.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patient population served.
• Reports to work on time as scheduled; adheres to policies regarding notification of absence.
• Attends all mandatory in-services and staff meetings.
• Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.
• Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices.
• Communicates the mission, ethics, and goals of the hospital, as well as the focus statement of the department.

• Maintains current licensure/certification for position, if applicable.
• Consistently demonstrates superior customer service skills to patients, physicians, visitors, employees, and any other individuals with whom they may come in contact.

• Consistently follows departmental and hospital Health, Safety, Security, Hazardous Materials policies and procedures.
• HIPAA: Conduct job responsibilities in accordance with HIPAA privacy laws, follow hospital policy in provision of patient confidentiality. Able to identify patient confidentiality issues and reports to proper hospital personnel immediately.
• Compliance: Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with standards set forth in Code of Conduct, policy and procedures, applicable federal and state laws, and applicable standards.

Core Values:

Professionalism To always maintain the highest standard and regard for others. Keep skills, competencies and required licensures/certifications current; displays mastery over attitude and behavior and pride in appearance. Consistently performs duties to the best of abilities.

Exceptional CareGo above and beyond expectations by providing exceptional care to WOW our customerspatients, family, physicians, and each other.

Respect Treating others as they would like to be treated; valuing others. Acknowledges the worth of others through professional greetings, proper telephone etiquette, patience, and common courtesy.

Fun - Having fun and celebrating small successes in our journey to achieve big. Always demonstrates a positive attitude toward work and devotion to our passion and task at hand.

Teamwork To function as a unit, with common goals, recognizing we can achieve far more as a team than as individuals. Cooperates with co-workers while performing duties leading to everyone being able to achieve success and giving recognition where it is due.

Integrity To always be honest and trustworthy in all our relationships. Demonstrates adherence to a strict moral or ethical code in performance of duties by always seeking to do the right thing.

Accountability - Responsibility of our actions that influence the lives of our customers and fellow workers. Takes ownership of all aspects of duties shown through reliable, timely performance and responsibility.

Responsibility Maintains accountability by doing what is expected or beyond; assuring the appropriate tasks and project items are completed. Takes ownership of all aspects of duties shown through reliable, timely performance and accountability.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to function independently in all aspects, including project identification, evaluation, contract negotiations, and coordination with management and internal departments.
• Ability to represent the company in a confident, persuasive and positive manner.
• Good interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work under stress and respond quickly in emergency situations.
• In-depth knowledge of operational, clinical and referral development systems.
• Ability to work effectivelywithin a complex matrix organization