Director of Therapy Services

POSITION PURPOSE

Under general supervision of the Chief Operating Officer, the Director of Therapy Services is responsible for directing the overall functions of Rehabilitation Services, both inpatient and outpatient.  Coordinate and supervise operations of the Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, & Speech Therapy departments. Serves as the Program Coordinator for Inpatient Rehab.  Administer physical agents prescribed by a referring physician; and maintain performance improvement activities within the department.  Evaluates performance and ensures competency of all staff members; assists in formulating budget, evaluates department performance versus budget and takes appropriate action to remain within budget guidelines.  Maintains efficient and effective department operations while requiring compliance with all state, federal and local regulatory laws, standards and protocols. Establishes policies, procedures, standards, and objectives for the treatment of patients; coordinates with other departments to provide maximum level of total care for patients.

LATITUDE, CONTACTS/INTERACTIONS

All positions of Huntsville Memorial Hospital are part of an interdisciplinary team, and as such, participate in the care and service delivery process through effective interaction with other team members.  Primarily interacts with hospital staff, medical staff, patients, and visitors.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Every effort has been made to make this job description as complete as possible.  However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties the incumbent will be required to perform.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is a logical assignment to the position.

• Ensures integration of the department(s) into the primary functions of the organization.  Creates a collaborative, productive work environment through positive relationships with senior leadership, other directors, physicians, employees, patients/families and the community.
• Ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Develops and implements appropriate policies and procedures.
• Plans and provides a sufficient number of qualified and competent staff for the service line.
• Establishes work schedules and assignments to ensure coverage as demonstrated by maintaining appropriate staff ratios within approved budgetary guidelines while ensuring safe, quality patient care.
• Ensures completion of all employee records including but not limited to: payroll, performance evaluations, competencies, personnel action requests etc.
• Ensures initial orientation and continuing education opportunities are presented appropriately for all department staff.
• Coordinates and participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of quality improvement processes for the department(s).  Maintains quality control programs, as appropriate.
• Participates in the budget planning process by making recommendations for resources, including personnel, equipment and space as appropriate.
• Develops and implements system of reviewing and reconciling department charges, ensures that patient charges are accurate and entered on a timely basis.  
• Provides 24 hour accountability of leadership by appropriate delegation, using sound decision making and critical thinking skills.
• Functions competently in the staff role as necessary.
• Demonstrates adaptability, problem solving and professional behavior at all times.
• Participates in continuous Quality Improvement programs.
• Abides by the HMH Legal Compliance Code of Conduct.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and appropriate handling of PHI.
• Maintains a safe work environment and reports safety concerns appropriately.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience: Three years of prior clinical therapy experience required, preferably in the acute hospital setting.
• Licensure/Certification: Current license to practice as a PT, OT or SLP required.  Basic Life Support certification required within 30 days of employment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Frequent: lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, standing & walking. 
• Occasional: reaching, bending, squatting, climbing kneeling, twisting.
• Visual and hearing acuity required. Work is inside, with good ventilation and comfortable temperature. 
• Possible exposure to: toxic/caustic chemicals or detergents, moving mechanical parts, potential electric shock, radiant energy, communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources