Physical Therapist - Rehabilitation Services Manager

Physical Therapist - Rehabilitation Services Manager

225 S Bluff St, Winnebago, NE 68071, USA

Posted Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 5:00 AM

The Physical Therapist will serve as the Manager of the Rehabilitation Services Department and is responsible for the daily clinical operation of the department. This position coordinates 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. Initiates 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.

• 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
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