Physical Therapy Clinic Director

OrthoAtlanta; Lithonia (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

OrthoAtlanta is seeking a Physical Therapy leader to ensure efficient operation of the clinic and to plan and administer treatment plans that alleviate pain, restore function, and promote overall patient health. The role includes outreach to local companies, and acting as liaison between PT staff and physicians to meet client needs.

The position oversees program development, post-offer testing, and pre-employment screening while ensuring confidentiality and adherence to policy and regulatory

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in healthcare or similar.
• Graduate from an accredited physical therapy program.
• Current GA Physical Therapy license or eligible.
• 2 years’ experience as Physical Therapist.
• Current CPR certification for Health Care Providers.
• Knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding procedures.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and oversee activities of physical therapy department.
• Provide skilled physical therapy treatment plans per physician orders and standards of care.
• Design home exercise programs and advise on assistive equipment after discharge.
• Document and maintain clinical and administrative records.
• Maintain patient records confidentially and ensure billing accuracy.
• Lead development of department policies and strategic programs.
• Ensure compliance with Georgia State PT Act, codes, and regulations.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Time management

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Professionalism

Independence

Education

Master’s degree in healthcare or similar

Graduate from an accredited physical therapy program

Current GA Physical Therapy license or eligible

2 years’ experience as Physical Therapist

Job description

Job Summary

Responsiblefor efficient and effective functioning of thephysical therapy clinic;responsible forplanning and administering physical therapy treatment plans designed to alleviate pain, restore function, prevent disabilities, and promote overall fitness and health of patients;performs administrative, supervisory, and advisory functions.Consults with and performs outreach to local companies to educate in the benefits ofOrthoAtlantaas their provider of choice. Acts as liaison between PT andcommunity employers;is responsible forgrowth and development of these services/programs.Actsa liaison between staff and physicians meeting theneedof the customer.

Job Responsibilities

• Plan, organize andoverseesactivities of physical therapy department including ensuring compliance with regulations of governmental and accreditingagencies

• Provides skilled physical therapy treatment plansin accordance withphysician orders, current standards of care and by assessing and interpreting evaluations and test results of patients.

• Assures continuation of therapeutic plan following discharge by designing home exercise programs; instructing patients,recommendingand/or providing assistive equipment; recommending follow-up programs.

• Promptly and thoroughly documents and maintains clinical and administrative records regarding patient limitations/interventions, treatments,responsesand progress to administered therapy as well as discharge summaries.

• Maintain patient records confidentially.

• Records treatment charges daily and completes charge tickets inaccurateandtimelymanner.

• Facilitates development and monitors department mission,policies and proceduresandgoals

• Oversee the development/implementation of programs including post offer testing, FCE and pre-employment screening; conducts testingin accordance withstandard practice and within applicablelaws

• Model a high standard of teamwork,leadershipand professionalism;maintainspatientconfidentiality

• Development of strategic planning, marketing activities to increaseOrthoAtlanta’svisibility in thecommunity

• Administer andcomply withall company policies and procedures including infection control and safetypolicies

• Ensure company’s guideline for billing and collections of department services are adheredto

• Provides direction toPhysical Therapy,Assistants and Aideswithpatient care and related activities asrequested.

• Ensure departmentcomplies withtheGeorgiaState Physical Therapy Act,codesand regulations.

• Maintain professional appearance and personal conduct at all times.

• Followsallofthe Company’s policies and procedures.

• Adhere to employer work practices as described in TDC Occupational Blood Born Exposure Plan policy.

• Establish andmaintaineffective working relationships with physicians,staffand management.

• Attends meetings asrequested.

• Providesback upfor administrative staff to include answering phones, schedulingappointmentsand checkinginpatients.

Job Requirements

• Master’s degree in healthcare or similar

• Graduate from an accredited physical therapy program

• Current State of Georgia Physical Therapy license or eligible to receiveone

• 2 years’ experience as Physical Therapist

• Current CPR certification for Health Care Providers

• Knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding procedures

• Thorough knowledge of physical therapy principles and practices

• Ability to build trust with physicians andco-workers

• Ability to keep a positive attitude in a fast-pacedenvironment

• Ability to work as part of ateam

• Must be able to workindependently

• Must be detailedoriented

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skill

• Strong senseof discretion and professionalism