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Job description
Job Type : Full-time, PRN
Sign-on Bonus : PTA $5,000, SLP $15,000, OT $15,000
License Requirement: PTA, OT, or SLP
Benefits(full-time) :
Opportunities for career advancement and upward mobility into leadership roles
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Vacation, six holidays, one personal day, and sick leave that begins accruing on day one
Life insurance, short/long term disability
Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts
Setting & Population Served
Life Care Centers of America facilities operate as Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) that provide:
Long term care for residents who require ongoing skilled support and compassionate daily assistance
Short term, sub-acute rehabilitation for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury
Collaborative care through an interdisciplinary team approach with nursing, therapy, and medical staff working together
A diverse patient population including individuals with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and post-acute needs
Patient mix varies slightly by facility. As a therapy professional, you will help patients achieve functional progress and improve quality of life within a supportive, patient-centered environment.
Position Summary
The Assistant Director of Rehabilitation Services assists the Director of Rehabilitation Services (DOR) in directing the three rehab departments of physical, occupational, and speech therapy to ensure the highest quality rehab services in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.
Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements
Active license in physical (BSPT, MSPT, DPT, or PTA), occupational (BSOT, MSOT, COTA), or speech (MA, MS, CCC SLP, or CFY SLP) therapy and meet the educational requirements as defined in the job description for that license type
Currently registered/licensed with applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
Supervisory experience in post acute care or related setting preferred
CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.
Specific Job Requirements
Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc. to adequately plan for patient needs
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail
Exercise good body mechanics at all times
Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training
Essential Functions
Fulfill core competencies of licensed position and provide clinical oversight within discipline and in accordance with rehab practice standards
Recruit, select, hire, evaluate, train, counsel, and supervise rehab staff
Direct the growth, development, and maintenance of rehab programs
Function as staff therapist as caseload requires
Maintain appropriate staffing patterns as clinically indicated
Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately
Assume the duties of the DOR in his or her absence
Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
Assist in the evacuation of patients
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
Read, write, speak, and understand the English language
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Worksite address
sierra vista, AZ, 85635, US
Who can apply
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