Director of Therapy Operations

Company: Weslaco Regional Rehabilitation Hospital
Location: Weslaco
Posted on: September 14, 2023

Job Description:

*Lookout---Here We Grow Again!*
*COME BUILD YOUR CAREER WITH ERNEST HEALTH!*
*Our culture fosters engagement, diversity and advocacy. Our goal is to empower our employees and support them in their professional growth while leading them on a path to success within our organization.*
*We are seeking a Director of Therapy Operations to join our team!*
*Responsibilities*
Responsible for the overall operations of the therapy department, including high quality, cost effective delivery of patient care, managing therapy personnel, and developing and implementing approved department projects and goals. Integrates the hospital's mission and "Guiding Principles" into daily practice.
*Required Skills:*
- Current license as Physical Therapist, Speech Language Pathologist, or Occupational Therapist required.
- Current CPR certification required.
- Three years' experience in a hospital therapy management preferred.
*Additional Qualifications/Skills*:
- Knowledge of and adherence to current therapy theory and practice.
- Knowledge of accreditation standards to ensure adherence to all standards set forth by state and accrediting agencies of TJC and CMS.
- Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
- Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
- Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
- Effective organizational and time management skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
- Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
- Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
- Ability to demonstrate leadership, clinical expertise, and appropriate interpersonal skills.
*Qualifications*
_Per Federal Health Care Worker Vaccine Requirements, all employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or be approved for a valid religious or medical exemption. Anyone hired by the company must provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccine before they can begin employment or request and be approved for a valid religious or medical exemption._
At Ernest Health, employees are our priority. We are passionate about patient care and consider it a privilege to be able to provide services to patients and their family members. Below is a brief summary of our benefits.
* PPO high and low deductible plans / HSA options as well
* FREE prescription plans
* Dental and Vision coverage
* Life insurance
* Short and Long Term Disability
* EAP
* Flex plans, 401K matching
* Company discounts for mobile phone service, electronics, cell phones, clothing, etc
* PET insurance!
* Group legal - provides legal assistance with personal legal matters
* Tuition and continuing education reimbursement
* Work life balance
_At Ernest Health, our patients are family. Healthcare is constantly evolving, our growing organization is devoted to ensuring that each person in our care feels safe. Our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals are always focused on service excellence and providing top quality care at the bedside._
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Employee discount
* Flexible schedule
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Parental leave
* Professional development assistance
* Referral program
* Relocation assistance
* Retirement plan
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* Day shift
Work Location: In person

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