Occupational Therapy Department Manager
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Job Location:
Chapel Hill, NC - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 75000 - 80000
Posted on:
11 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Full-time
Description
The OT Department Manager demonstrates professional knowledge of and skill in applying a wide range of theories principles and methodologies of the practice of occupational therapy. The OT Department Manager serves as a mentor and resource for the team providing support and guidance on complex cases treatment techniques and best practices in the field.
Requirements
Primary Responsibilities
- Strong professional clinical and leadership skills. Demonstrates an understanding of the company perspective.
- Supervise and manage a team of pediatric COTAs and OTs including performance evaluations and ongoing mentorship.
- Develop review and refine treatment programs for different pediatric disorders.
- Oversee and implement clinic-wide policies and protocols.
- Provide direct supervision and guidance to new hires and interns.
- Develop professional development programs and support continuing education for the team.
- Ensure compliance with regulations insurance requirements and standards of care.
- Actively involved in schedule planning and mentoring the team to develop an effective schedule.
- Adding flex appointments to the schedule and being available to assist with the clinic schedule needs.
- Demonstrates consistent completion of all documentation as described in policy and mentors others to do the same.
- Excellent communication skills understands and engages with others displaying different personality styles and can have difficult conversations independently with accurate documentation.
- Contribute to the development of clinic-wide policies and standards for care especially related to HIPAA and other legal regulations.
Requirements
- Masters degree or higher in Occupational Therapy.
- Certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
- NC State license as an Occupational Therapist.
- 3 years of clinical experience in pediatric occupational therapy is required.
- 1 year of experience supervising COTAs and OTs required.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proven track record of successful team management.
- Experience in developing and implementing quality improvement initiatives.
- Knowledge of electronic health record (EMR) systems.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Proven experience in providing effective occupational therapy services across a variety of settings.
- Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to effectively manage and motivate a team.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with patients families and interdisciplinary teams.
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities are required to develop innovative treatment plans.
- Proficiency in using assessment tools treatment modalities and adaptive equipment.
- Knowledge of relevant laws regulations and ethical standards related to occupational therapy practice.
- Ability to work independently prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Commitment to continuous professional development and staying current with emerging trends in the field.
Settings
Clinics
Headstart
Daycares
Schools
Benefits
- Competitive salary with frequent bonus opportunities.
- Paid Time Off.
- Paid Federal Holidays.
- Up to 5 days off during the end-of-year shutdown.
- Health vision and dental insurance for full-time employees.
- Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account.
- Voluntary Life Insurance Long Term Disability and Short Term Disability.
- 401K to full-time Employees.
- Yearly performance BONUS.
- Fun multi-disciplinary setting with supervision and mentorship programs.
- Positive company Culture.
- Part of a work family that values its employees.
- Unlimited growth Opportunities- Opportunity for Leadership & Management positions and professional growth.
- Training in areas of interest.
- Comprehensive new hire training.
Join us at Therapy Smarts Inc. and make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and their families.
Interested candidates should contact Luis at
Salary Description
$80000 - $90000 per year
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Employee Evaluation
- HIPAA
- Data Collection
- HTTPS
- Physiology Knowledge
- Physio therapy
- Computer Literacy
- Patient Assessment
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Critical Care Experience
- Patient Service Experience
