Director Of Rehabilitation Services

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Full Time Management Portales, NM, US

15 days ago Requisition

Job Summary

Responsible for directing the overall functions of Rehabilitation Services; coordinate and supervise operations of the department; administer treatments as prescribed by a referring physician; and maintain performance improvement activities within the department. Assure competency of all staff members; assist in formulating budget, evaluates department performance versus budget and takes appropriate action to remain within budget guidelines. Develop and implement system of reviewing department charges, ensures that patient charges are accurate and entered on a timely basis.

Maintain efficient and effective department operation while requiring compliance with all state, federal and local regulatory laws, standards and protocols.

Essential Functions

• Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization
• Responsible for direction of the Rehabilitation Services department and staff
• Ability to observe and evaluate treatment effect and recommend changes to physician if necessary
• Ability to perform an appropriate assessment on all patients as related to the therapy requested
• Formulate a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluate effectiveness of learning
• Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency of all rehabilitation services modalities
• Treat patients and families with respect and dignity; identify and address needs of the patients and family
• Interact professionally with patients and family in the formation of the plan of care
• Serve as a liaison between administration, patients, physicians and other healthcare providers
• Maintain patient confidence and protects hospital operations by keeping information confidential
• Communicate appropriately to physicians, staff and administrative team
• Manage and maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Maintain records pertinent to personnel and operation of the department
• Prepare reports regarding rehabilitation services, i.e., utilization, performance improvement, service data, outcome data, productivity, including long term capital budget and short term operation budget
• Demonstrate the ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations
• Maintain a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments
• Provide education to staff on performance improvement
• Ability to plan and organize orientation and in-service training for department staff members and participate in guidance and educational programs
• Perform management activities including, interviewing, hiring, evaluating and terminating department staff members
• Comply with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements by studying existing and new legislation, anticipating future legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, advising management on needed actions
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed

Roosevelt General Hospital (RGH) is committed to providing safe, quality care to patients. Employees are required to adhere to the Values of RGH.

Integrity

• We are committed to honesty and ethical principles, where our words and actions reflect our dedication to fostering strong relationships and maintaining professional credibility.
• We take accountability for our actions and their impact on others, consistently honoring our commitments and upholding moral standards and values in every situation.

Learning

• We promote personal growth and professional excellence by embracing continuous learning through training, mentorship, and constructive feedback.
• We foster a collaborative culture driven by curiosity and critical thinking, encouraging staff to ask questions, seek answers, and share knowledge.
• We confidently embrace changes in technology, processes, and practices, encouraging strategic risk-taking and creativity to enhance healthcare delivery, patient safety, and the quality of care.
• We collaborate with partners from other hospitals, academic institutions, industry leaders, and community organizations to promote continuous improvement and remain at the forefront of advancing healthcare outcomes.

Kindness

• We engage in open communication with patients, families, and colleagues to understand their needs and concerns, while respecting their differences and upholding their dignity.
• We foster a nurturing environment where individuals feel supported, understood, and valued, strengthening relationships, promoting growth, and enhancing the overall well-being of all.
• We strive to be a model rural healthcare facility, setting high standards in healthcare delivery and ensuring exceptional patient satisfaction within the communities we serve.
• We take pride in our accountability and fiscal responsibility, skillfully balancing costs and outcomes to…