Physical Therapist - Rehabilitation Services Manager

Physical Therapist - Rehabilitation Services Manager

225 S Bluff St, Winnebago, NE 68071, USA

Job Purpose & Position Overview

The Physical Therapist will serve as the Manager of the Rehabilitation Services Department and is responsible for the daily clinica l operation of the department. This position c oordinates and supervises all clinical and technical services provided in patient care areas and provides direct patient care consistent with the caseload and schedule demands .

• Is responsible for the performance appraisal, training and development, and performance documentation of all clinical Rehabilitation Services staff .
• Participates in long-range planning, budget preparations and the development of standards, policies and procedures .
• Conducts meetings, relays policy and/or procedure changes, chairs and/or participates on committees within the department .
• Interacts with all staff levels, patients, visitors, and outside businesses, organizations, and other departments/clinics .
• Provides leadership in assessing, planning, directing and coordinating the departmental programs of WCHS.
• Develops and manages budget for cost containment.
• Evaluates efficiency of operations, as well as the quality of service.
• Develops and updates policies and procedures for the effective and efficient management and operation of the department.
• Provides leadership in creating a team environment for effective and efficient operations.
• Develops short and long-range departmental plans and programs consistent, with organizational policies; and coordinates programs with other departments.
• Administers continuous quality improvement program to evaluate quality, appropriateness and effectiveness of services provided . The Director has the responsibility to do critical analysis of systems and processes.
• Develops implements and revises employee performance standards, ensuring that they are consistent with the duties and responsibilities contained in position descriptions . Initiate actions for promotions, reassignments, status change, performance awards and disciplinary actions. Counsels employees regarding training and individual development plans.
• Acquires and arranges for maintenance and proper functioning of equipment.
• Develops patient services process, therapy guidelines, emergency protocols, staffing patterns, and record keeping routines.
• Implements knowledge of best practices in patient care and customer service.
• Plans and coordinates preventive, health promotion, and educational programs for patients and their families.
• Plans and coordinates education programs which include students and therapist interns from affiliating universities, as well as in-service programs for therapists, other medical staff, other interdisciplinary health care personnel and community members.
• Ensures that the care meets the individualized goals of the treatment plans.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to optimize health outcomes.
• Develops and implements staff development programs for the continued enrichment of the staff and the program.
• Ensures standards of care are implemented and compliant with all state and federal regulations, standards of practice, and WCHS policies and procedures . Maintains confidential, appropriate patient records in accordance with accepted standards, i.e. HIPAA and CMS.
• Supports the overall vision of a positive patient experience by achieving a positive balance of healthcare, cost outcomes, and patient satisfaction.
• Provides guidance in patient assessment and treatment planning . Provides patient care as needed to maintain personal professional clinical skills.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills of age specific competencies.
• Participates in continuing education programs and seminars to maintain current competency in Physical Rehabilitation related concepts.

Qualifications/

Skills:

• Five years of experience practicing as a Physical Therapist preferred
• One year of experience managing a Physical Therapy clinic and staff preferred
• Current Physical Therapist licensure required or eligibility for licensure upon graduation, including pending board examination/testing and state licensure approval
• New graduates who have…