Director of Therapy

Facility Name: Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital South

Position: Director of Therapy (DOT) OT PT or SLP

Shift:Full Time Days

Schedule: Monday- Friday 8:00am 4:30pm.

Your experience matters

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital South is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health a. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Therapy Director joining our team youre embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team:

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital South is a 50-bed rehabilitation hospital located in the South County area of Saint Louis on the campus of Mercy Hospital South at 10114 Kennerly Road. Our rehabilitation hospital provides care for patients recovering from brain stroke or spinal cord injuries amputations complex orthopedic injuries and other conditions.

Job Summary:

Responsible for the direction and oversight of Therapy Services for the hospital. Coordinates and supervises operations of the department. Maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in continuous quality improvement hospital wide. Ensures competency of all personnel. Assists in formulating budgets evaluates department performance versus budget and takes appropriate action to remain within budget guidelines. Develops and implements system of reviewing department charges ensures that patient charges are accurate and entered on a timely basis. Maintains efficient and effective department operation while requiring compliance with all state federal and local regulatory laws standards and protocols.

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 for full-time and part-time employees.

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

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Manages the Therapy Services Department staff. Supports and empowers staff to embrace the mission and value statements of the organization.
• Observes and evaluates program effectiveness and recommends changes to interdisciplinary leadership team and Medical Staff as needed.
• Develops direct reports to excel in supervision and support of staff in the interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary model.
• Works under the guidance of the CEO and in collaboration with the Medical Staff and hospital leadership to lead the organization in the development of clinical programs which may include Brain Injury Stroke Amputee or other clinical programs. This includes a strong focus on CARF certification.
• Evaluates department performance versus budgets and benchmarks and takes appropriate action to work within budgets and benchmarks for staffing outcomes employee satisfaction patient engagement and other key metrics.
• Is a key member of the Administrative Team and serves as a leader and/or member in hospital committees.
• Collaborates with Chief Nursing Officer Nurse Manager physicians and interdisciplinary teams.
• Operating in Microsoft Outlook Suite (Word Excel ect...)
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist Occupational Therapist or Speech and Language Pathologist.
• Minimum of three years of previous therapy management experience required.
• Demonstrated ability to plan coordinate evaluate and direct activities of clinical personnel.
• Effective oral and written communication skills in English with additional languages is preferred.
• CPR Certified is required.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills is required.
• Proficiency of rehabilitation skills in discipline specific area of PT OT or SLP with the ability to treat patients and mentor staff as needed.

EEOC Statement:

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital South is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital South is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.