Rehab Director Pta/ota Full Time - Fort Wayne, United States - Vertis Therapy

Vertis Therapy

Verified Company

Fort Wayne, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Full time

Description

Vertis Therapy is looking for a passionate, detail-oriented Lead Therapist for our beautiful Assisted Living Facility in Ft Wayne, IN.

Vertis Therapy is a therapist-owned and operated company that focuses on providing quality, patient-centered care. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to advance their career and have a flexible work schedule.

Excellent Benefits
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Career Advancement
Flexible Schedule
Experienced Team

The Lead Therapist's primary responsibility is for leadership of the therapy team including management of the day-to-day operations of the therapy department, the supervision of therapy staff, and the coordination of RUG management.

The secondary responsibility is patient care. The Lead Therapist exhibits high performance in Vertis core values, leadership, team development, customer service, and department operations.

The Rehab Director works closely with the Regional Manager to ensure that Vertis standards are maintained and that available resources are well utilized.

Primary Responsibilities

Ensures that rehabilitation services are provided in compliance with Vertis and facility policies and procedures; State, Federal, and professional organization regulatory standards and guidelines.
Coordinates resident screening (PT/OT/SLP) programs.
Serves as advocate for meeting the rehabilitation needs of residents.
Coordinates attendance at care plan and departmental meetings.
Acts as a liaison between therapy department, administrator, and nursing staff.
Ensures accurate and timely monthend billing.
Coordinates therapist schedules and arranges prn staffing as needed.
Communicates PT/OT/SLP schedules and changes to administration and nursing staff.
Coordinates the execution of the Restorative Program with nursing staff and therapy department.
Prepares the Rehab Department for a deficiency free State Survey and acts as department representative during the survey process.
Completes Vertis guide to survey twice annually.
Trains staff in Vertis and facility policies and procedures.
Assists in identifying therapy needs of resident population.
Leads therapy team in implementing clinical programs.
Effectively communicates pertinent information from Vertis management and facility management to therapy team.
Assists Regional Manager in Performance Reviews, applicant interview process, and disciplinary actions.
Assists Regional Manager in the orientation of new employees and contract therapists.
Supports team development by encouraging individual growth, recognizing accomplishments, and providing a positive work environment.
Performs other duties as assigned by Regional Manager
Analyzes team productivity levels and facilitates achievement of company expectations.

Assists Regional Manager in analyzing key monthly operational data to achieve company success.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements

Associate of Science degree in Physical Therapy Assistant or Occupational Therapy Assistant.
Current license/certification in the state of Indiana.
Minimum one (1) year experience in rehabilitation setting serving the same age/type of patient population served by this facility.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.