Program Director (PD)
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Job Summary
Facility Name: Hays Medical Center ARU
Position: Occupational Therapy Program Director
Shift:Full-time; Week Days
Your experience matters
More about our team:
Hays Medical Center is a private not-for-profit 200 bed hospital and the regions only tertiary care center. Our commitment has earned national recognition including being named a Top 20 Rural and Community Hospital by the NRHA receiving Healthgrades Outstanding Patient Experience Award being recognized by Vizient as a Top Performer in Complex Care and earning a five-star rating in the 2024 CMS Overall Hospital Quality Star Ratings. These honors reflect the excellence and dedication of every HaysMed ARU Unit is an 11-bed unit. This is a fast paced yet fun environment with endless opportunities to learn and grow!
What were looking for:We are looking for a dynamic Occupational Therapist Program Director who is passionate about helping others and is a team player!
What you will do in this role: The incumbent shall be responsible for the total operation of the rehabilitation program. The incumbent plans directs and coordinates program activities to ensure that company and client goals are met. The incumbent shall also be accountable for and contribute to program development quality improvement and problem solving and productivity enhancement in a flexible interdisciplinary fashion.
PROFESSIONAL/LEADERSHIP AREA
Ensure for program staffing team supervision and development. Team may include roles of Medical Director Nurse Manager Therapist Social Worker Community Relations Coordinator Clinical Coordinator Admissions Coordinator and others as assigned.
Promote adherence to policies and practices of applicable professional organizations client hospital and Lifepoint.
Supervise the development of improved efficiency and productivity of facility/unit clinical/administrative functions.
Communicate and demonstrate a professional image/attitude for patients families clients coworkers and others.
Participate in continuing education/professional development activities.
Assures that all patient care activities are performed according to the company policies and procedures and all applicable state and federal laws and regulatory agencies.
FISCAL/OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT AREA FISCAL/OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT AREA
Develop facility/unit operating and capital budget with client institution.
Develop facility/unit operating and capital budget with Lifepoint (not in consultation with client hospital).
Develops and ensures implementation of a program of professional and community relations in collaboration with client hospital Marketing Department.
Monitor referral/admission process.
Develop and implement program public relations plan.
CLIENT RELATIONS AREA CLIENT RELATIONS AREA
Maintain positive working relationship with client organization.
Maintain customer service program on unit and in hospital.
QUALITY MANAGEMENT AREA QUALITY MANAGEMENT AREA
Ensures the facility/unit has a comprehensive quality management program.
Quality management activities are data driven.
Utilize corporate program consultant.
Participate in facility/unit safety committee activities.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelors degree in a clinical discipline or healthcare management required; Masters preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 3 years in rehab leadership or administration.
- License: Valid clinical license as applicable by state.
- A track record of successful management experience in a health or human services setting and/or an extensive rehabilitation background combined with strong interpersonal and organizational skill is necessary.
- Experience working with a geriatric disabled population is preferred. Provision of own transportation is necessary.
- Computer and current technology competence.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient addition to your base compensation this position also offers:
Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical dental and vision coverage tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees and more.
Financial Protection & PTO:Life accident critical illness hospital indemnity insurance short- and long-term disability paid family leave and paid time off.
Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being:Mental physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships virtual care appointments mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
EEOC Statement
Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
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About Company
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 a ... View more
