Program Director III, Physical Therapy

Socket.dev; Broken Arrow (OK); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO & paid leave

Tuition and loan assistance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is seeking a Program Director III for Physical Therapy, responsible for total operation of the rehabilitation program. This role directs activities to meet company and client goals and shapes program development and productivity in a flexible interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree and a current license if clinical, with management experience in health or human services and geriatric care preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a health-related, business, public relations or human services field.
• If clinical, must hold a current license as required by the state.

Responsibilities

• Oversee staffing, supervision and development of the rehabilitation program.
• Ensure adherence to policies and practices of professional organizations, client hospital and Lifepoint.
• Improve efficiency and productivity of facility/unit clinical and administrative functions.
• Communicate professionally with patients, families and colleagues.
• Participate in continuing education and professional development.
• Ensure patient care activities comply with company policies and laws.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Budgeting

Quality improvement

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in health-related field

Current professional license (if clinical)

Job description

Program Director III, Physical Therapy- FT

About us

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Occupational Therapist (OT) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

Cornerstone Specialty Hospitals is a long‑term acute care (LTAC) hospital specializing in the treatment of patients recovering from post‑intensive care and medically complex conditions. Our hospital provides both intensive care and telemetry‑level services, offering advanced monitoring and support for patients requiring extended medical care. With a multidisciplinary team dedicated to personalized treatment plans, we focus on helping patients achieve significant recovery and transition to the next level of care.

How you’ll contribute

The incumbent shall be responsible for the total operation of the rehabilitation program. The incumbent plans, directs and coordinates program activities to ensure that company and client goals are met. The incumbent shall also be accountable for and contribute to program development, quality improvement and problem solving, and productivity enhancement in a flexible interdisciplinary fashion.

Qualifications

The incumbent shall, at a minimum, be a graduate of a bachelor’s degree program in a health related, business, public relations or human services area of concentration. If clinical, must possess a current license to practice as required by the state. A track record of successful management experience in a health or human services setting and/or an extensive rehabilitation background combined with strong interpersonal and organizational skill is necessary. Experience working with a geriatric disabled population is preferred. Provision of own transportation is necessary. Computer and current technology competence.

Essential Duties

PROFESSIONAL/LEADERSHIP AREA

• 1. Ensure for program staffing, team supervision, and development. Team may include roles of Medical Director, Nurse Manager, Therapist, Social Worker, Community Relations Coordinator, Clinical Coordinator, Admissions Coordinator and others as assigned.
• 2. Promote adherence to policies and practices of applicable professional organizations, client hospital and Lifepoint.
• 3. Supervise the development of improved efficiency and productivity of facility/unit clinical/administrative functions.
• 4. Communicate and demonstrate a professional image/attitude for patients, families, clients, coworkers and others.
• 5. Participate in continuing education/professional development activities.
• 6. Assures that all patient care activities are performed according to the company policies and procedures and all applicable state and federal laws and regulatory agencies.

FISCAL/OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT AREA

• 1. Develop facility/unit operating and capital budget with client institution.
• 2. Develop facility/unit operating and capital budget with Lifepoint (not in consultation with client hospital).
• 3. Develops and ensures implementation of a program of professional and community relations in collaboration with client hospital Marketing Department.
• 4. Monitor referral/admission process.
• 5. Develop and implement program public relations plan.

CLIENT RELATIONS AREA

• 1. Maintain positive working relationship with client organization.
• 2. Maintain customer service program on unit and in hospital.

QUALITY MANAGEMENT AREA

• 1. Ensures the facility/unit has a comprehensive quality management program.
• 2. Quality management activities are data driven.
• 3. Utilize corporate program consultant.
• 4. Participate in facility/unit safety committee activities.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage— tailored benefit options for part‑time and PRN employees, and more.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well‑being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

EEOC Statement

“Lifepoint Rehabilitationis an Equal Opportunity Employer.Lifepoint Rehabilitationis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community‑based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post‑acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.

We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.