Program Coordinator -PTA/COTA

The Program Coordinator supports the policies, objectives, initiatives, and programs for the delivery of Clinical Programs to the facility’s patients. This person creates therapy schedules within the EMR, supports coordinating staff schedules/availability, and keeps patients informed about any pre-appointment preparations or instructions. This position helps with resolving any patient issues or conflicts and attends facility business meetings. In addition, assist and support the facility Director of Rehabilitation (if available) with a range of administrative duties, such as ordering supplies and support with patient screens.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Responsibilities include:

• Understand and follow the regulatory statutes and rules to the practice of rehabilitation services.

• Regularly communicate with your Area Rehab Manager or Regional Director of Operations to inform them of strategic staffing needs or changes in the facility’s needs/procedures/policies

• Communicate with the referring physician and other professionals regarding patient’s treatment program.

• Provide relevant program knowledge, analytical leadership, administrative guidance, and advice in the day-to-day management of therapy programs

*Initiate and support the implementation for Specialized Clinical Programs, this includes education to facility staff and families.

*Maintain the expected productivity level that has been discussed and is expected for your position at your particular facility/facilities.

*Develop and manage the rehabilitation department, schedule, and workstations Perform or oversee initial patient evaluations and evaluates response to treatment interventions, as applicable

*Supervise and mentor rehab staff as needed.

*Provide relevant program knowledge, analytical leadership, administrative guidance and advice in the day-to-day therapy programs.

*Maintain progress notes and treatment plans on patient treatments and/or referrals; ensure all other rehab personnel also maintain progress notes and treatment plans and complete all documentation on a daily basis

*Complete in-service training related to rehabilitation services to staff and new employees

*Participate in all facility leadership meetings, including stand-ups, Medicare/QAPI weekly meeting, and PDPM meetings

*Support correct coding and billing for Medicare A, Medicare B, and other Insurance payers; or manage the current mandated CMS reimbursement system

*Coordinate D/C planning and equipment

*Participate in patient family conferences as scheduled daily/weekly

*Educate patients, family, and staff as appropriate

*Develop and maintain positive relationships with physicians, external and internal customers

*Comply with Company, facility, and all other applicable safety rules, policies, and procedures

*Enforce and ensure compliance with Company, facility, and all other applicable policies and procedures related to the rehabilitation department, provision of services, and client management

*Treat patients in accordance with license and specialty, as needed

Summary

As a Program Coordinator for PTA/COTA, you will be instrumental in overseeing patient care. Reporting to the leadership team, you will utilize your core knowledge in physiology, anatomy, and medical terminology to support care plans. Additionally, your relevant experience in skilled nursing facilities and/or outpatient clinics will ensure comprehensive care delivery and coordination within our organization.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Geriatrics
• Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (Preferred)
• Occupational Therapy Assistant License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28