Manager Rehabilitation Services - Physical Therapy

Ascension; Chicago (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Ascension seeks a Physical Therapy Manager for Ascension Saint Joseph Hospital in Chicago. The role involves managing the operations of rehabilitative services, developing departmental objectives, and ensuring quality patient care through effective staff coordination. Ideal candidates will have requisite licensure and experience in leadership roles within healthcare settings while benefiting from a supportive and mission-driven environment.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Various health insurance options

Retirement benefits including employer match plans

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Community giving opportunities

Qualifications

• Licensure as Rehab Therapist (OTR/RPT) required.
• BLS Provider certification within 30 days of hire.
• 3 years leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of rehabilitative services.
• Develop departmental goals and assess patient care quality.
• Oversee scheduling, recruitment, and departmental budgets.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Patient Care

Education

High School diploma equivalency or higher

Job description

We Are Hiring

• Department:Physical Therapy
• Schedule:8-hour DAY shift Monday - Friday
• Hospital: Ascension Saint Joseph Hospital
• Location:Chicago, IL
• Salary: $55.23 - $74.72per hour
• Bonus: Eligible for an annual bonus incentive.

What You Will Do

Manage the daily operations of rehabilitative services.

• Develop specific departmental goals, standards, and objectives which directly support the strategic plan and vision of the organization.
• Assess quality of patient care and coordinate services with patients and healthcare providers
• Manage staff relations and oversees scheduling, recruitment, and payroll.
• Oversee departmental budgets, regulatory compliance, contracts, and vendor relations.

What You Will Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American HeartAssociation or American Red Cross accepted.
• One or more of the following required:
  • Rehab Therapist specializing in Occupational Therapy (OTR) credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Rehab Therapist specializing in Physical Therapy (RPT) credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Speech-Language Pathologist credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 3 years of cumulative experience OR Associate'sdegree/Technical degree with 2 years of experience OR 7 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• 3 years of leadership or management experience preferred.

Additional Preferences

• 2 years experience.
• Managerial Experiencestrong preferred.

Why Join Our Team

Ascension Illinois delivers compassionate, personalized care throughout Chicago and its surrounding suburbs. As one of the largest health systems in Illinois with 15 hospitals and more than 230 sites of care, you will find an environment that allows you to thrive and create a career path you love. Join a diverse team of more than 17,000 associates and more than 600 providers who are dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care to all.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

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Benefits

Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match plans Long-term & short-term disability Employee assistance programs (EAP) Parental leave & adoption assistance Tuition reimbursement Ways to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer.