Director of Rehabilitation, Youngstown & Lorain
Director of Rehabilitation, Youngstown & Lorain
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Job Description
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Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40Work Shift:
Days (United States of America)DIRECTOR OF REHABILITATION Youngstown Lorain OH
Reports to:Market Chief Operating Officer
Based out of St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital
Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The Director of Rehabilitation leads the rehabilitation services department which may include (but not limited to) Physical Therapy Occupational Therapy Speech Language Pathology Athletic Training and Audiology They plan develop and implement rehabilitation services that meet community needs and supervise personnel and department activities to ensure quality rehabilitation care. The Director of Rehabilitation will be responsible for the successful completion of significant and specific annually determined results and goals.
Essential Job Functions
Directs departments to ensure adherence with the accreditation of the Joint Commission (TJC) or other accrediting agencies. Establishes and maintains goals policies and procedures for the Rehabilitation Departments; works in consultation with regional administrators to develop progressive services in all sub-departments involved.
Works to enhance the quality of care using continuous performance improvement techniques and effective team concepts. Develops measures for quality and appropriateness of care for rehabilitation for appropriate age of patients served.
Determines and recommends the number of staff members needed to provide high-quality economic service and ensures that staff members are qualified and competent. Manages workload and staff hours to meet patient and facility needs. Available for consultation with medical nursing and administrative staff to coordinate patient care.
Consults with the Rehabilitation Team Committees physicians nursing administration and the directors of all ancillary departments regarding delivery and continuity of patient care. Coordinates the implementation of suggestions from these various sources as necessary. Maintains positive relationships with patients/clients visitors volunteers medical staff and co-workers in a manner consistent with the organizations mission and values.
Develops recommends and administers department operating and capital expense budgets; evaluates new sources of revenue and prepares new program proposals as necessary. Identifies and implements appropriate cost-effective measures on a continuous basis. Recommends the acquisition use and organization of available resources to ensure the provision of efficient rehabilitation services. Assumes responsibility for meeting stated financial goals.
Coordinates and implements the marketing and promotion of all services offered by the Rehabilitation Departments. Coordinates the development and implementation of education health promotion and support group services offered. Coordinates the use of these departments as clinical training sites for academic programs.
Licensing/Certification
Active license in state of practice for one of the following areas: Occupational Therapy Occupational Therapy Assistant Physical Therapy Physical Therapy Assistant Audiology Speech Language Pathology Athletic Training (preferred)
BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire required within 30 days for BSMH)
Education
Bachelors degree (required)
Masters degree in Healthcare or Business Administration (preferred)
Doctorate degree (preferred)
Work Experience
Seven years clinical experience in field of licensure (preferred)
Five years of leadership/management experience (preferred)
Skills
Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric adolescent adult and geriatric patients
Demonstrates general computer skills including data entry word processing email and records management.
Analytical abilities to evaluate patient condition capabilities and progress.
Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with co-workers physicians patients and families.
Demonstrates critical thinking skills.
Effective organizational and time management skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to prioritize meet deadlines and complete complex tasks.
Ability to maintain quality safety and/or infection prevention standards.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
MercyHealth is an equal opportunity employer.
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
- Comprehensive affordable medical dental and vision plans
- Prescription drug coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance w/AD&D
- Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
- Paid time off
- Educational Assistance
- And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.
Department:
Speech Therapy - St. ElizabethIt is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a) 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age genetic information or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If youd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health Youngstown Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin Virginia; Petersburg Virginia; and Emporia Virginia which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
