Director of Rehab

1 Legacy Healthcare Recruiters; Chico (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director of Rehabilitation to lead and coordinate innovative therapy programs. This role involves overseeing rehabilitation staff, ensuring compliance with clinical standards, and fostering a high-performance culture focused on quality and patient satisfaction. The ideal candidate will bring creativity and leadership to the position, making impactful decisions that enhance service delivery. If you are passionate about rehabilitation and ready to drive positive change, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical or Occupational Therapist in California required.
• Valid CPR certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate rehabilitation therapy programs for patients.
• Manage rehabilitation staff and ensure compliance with standards.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with physicians.

Skills

Physical Therapy License

Occupational Therapy License

CPR Certification

Budget Management

Effective Communication

Patient Evaluation

Education

Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Master's in Occupational Therapy

Tools

Rehabilitation Equipment

Patient Management Software

Job description

Minimum Requirements:

1. Licensed as a Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist for the State of California.
2. Must have a valid CPR certification.

Job Summary:

The Director of Rehabilitation directs and coordinates the policies, objectives, initiatives, and programs for the delivery of rehabilitation therapy programs to patients. Oversees the performance of the rehabilitation therapy staff, business planning, and budget development. Assures services are in compliance with professional and clinical competency standards, state and federal regulatory requirements. Performs a variety of complicated tasks. Leads and directs the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. The Director of Rehabilitation contributes to the accomplishment of practices and objectives that will provide a high-performance culture emphasizing empowerment, quality, productivity, standards, and goal attainment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Ability to apply facility's philosophy, principles, and technology.
2. Demonstrate continuous personal development and improvement in essential functions.
3. Manage employees and communicate effectively (verbal and written).
4. Make independent decisions after gathering information from internal and external sources.
5. Maintain a customer service-focused attitude.
6. Communicate with the referring physician and other professionals regarding the patient's treatment program.
7. Perform initial patient evaluations and evaluate response to treatment interventions.
8. Understand and follow regulatory statutes and rules for rehabilitation services.
9. Educate patients, family, and staff as appropriate.
10. Familiarity with budgeting principles and procedures.
11. Develop and manage the rehabilitation department, including workstation inspections and assessments.
12. Provide in-service training related to rehabilitation services to staff and new employees.
13. Maintain progress notes and treatment plans on patients' treatment or referrals.
14. Supervise and mentor therapy programs.
15. Communicate effectively and proactively with physicians.
16. Develop and maintain positive relationships with physicians and customers.
17. Provide relevant program knowledge, analytical leadership, and administrative guidance in day-to-day management of therapy programs.
18. Apply professional judgment in solving difficult issues.
19. Work to meet and exceed patient needs.
20. Communicate respectfully, openly, honestly, and directly.
21. Promote an environment that facilitates innovation, creative solutions, and empowerment.
22. Manage department in accordance with state law.
23. Coordinate strategic planning for therapy services.
24. Comply with and enforce established policies and procedures for rehabilitation services.
25. Assist with recruitment for the rehabilitation department.
26. Actively participate in all facility meetings.
27. Coordinate discharge planning and equipment.
28. Participate in family conferences as needed.
29. Available for weekend coverage and scheduling as needed.
30. Comply with company rules, policies, and procedures.
31. Comply with safety rules, policies, and procedures.
32. Assume other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

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