Program Manager / Physical Therapist

SSM Health; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist to lead their innovative outpatient PT at Home program. This role involves managing a personal caseload, mentoring fellow therapists, and driving program expansion. With a commitment to exceptional patient care and a collaborative work environment, this position offers the chance to make a significant impact in the community. The organization is recognized for its outstanding workplace culture and provides a generous benefits package, including tuition assistance and student loan repayment options. If you are passionate about physical therapy and leadership, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Company matching 401(k)

Affordable PPO benefits + HSA options

Generous Paid Time Off

Short and Long Term Disability

Tuition Assistance

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in physical therapy with a focus on outpatient care.
• CPR certification and valid state licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and expand the outpatient PT at Home program.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to other therapists.
• Facilitate staff development through training and consultations.

Skills

Patient Treatment

Mentorship

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Performance Improvement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Overview

SSM Health Physical Therapy

Des Peres, MO

Program Manager / Physical Therapist

PT at Home Program

SSM Health Physical Therapy is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist to lead and grow the outpatient PT at Home program. In this position, you are responsible for treating your own caseload of patients, leading and expanding the program, and providing guidance and mentorship to other therapists within the team.

SSM Health Physical Therapy is the premier provider of comprehensive outpatient services! With a network of more than 80 outpatient physical therapy centers located throughout the St. Louis Metro area, SSM Health Physical Therapy specializes in the treatment of sports, orthopedic, hand, and work-related injuries. Our team of more than 700 physical, occupational, and speech therapists, along with our patient service specialists, focus on providing exceptional care and unparalleled customer service.

*We have been recognized numerous times by the St. Louis Post Dispatch as one of the "Top Workplaces" in St. Louis!*

*Generous benefits package including:

• Company matching 401(k)
• Multiple and affordable PPO benefits + HSA options
• Generous Paid Time Off + Holidays + Paid Sick Time with carry over
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Personal and Family Medical Leave
• Clinical Ladder Program
• Excellent Orientation Program
• New Grad Mentorship
• Residency Programs
• National Continuing Education courses (local and online)
• Tuition Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Productivity standards that allow for high-quality patient care

Responsibilities

• Facilitates staff development and mentorship through consultations, in-services, and development of human resources within the organization.
• Helps foster competency through exceptional interviewing, orientation, and training of staff. Develops and participates in core and program competency validation for staff; trains and educates as necessary. Communicates all results with the CM/MM/VP.
• Carries patient caseload and provides comprehensive, goal-directed patient treatment to maximize patient outcomes. Organizes patient treatment to maximize productivity and treatment efficiency on an individual and departmental basis.
• Acts as a resource to the organization and the community in the area of specialization through education, marketing, and promotion of services.
• Identifies, responds to, and reports acute changes in patient status. Follows appropriate emergency procedures to ensure patient safety.
• Identifies and manages the various levels of care necessary for optimal patient care delivery.
• Promotes flexibility, team building, and engagement within the organization to foster an efficient and positive work environment.
• Fosters interdisciplinary collaboration to ensure quality and efficient service delivery. Effectively communicates with all team members in a timely, concise, and professional manner. Interacts positively with all personnel throughout the care continuum.
• Works with other departments to develop and enhance the comprehensive scope of services.
• Utilizes performance improvement methodology to enhance quality of services.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience required.
• Current and valid state licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Physical Therapist required.
• Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required.

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**Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.