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At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

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The Manager, Rehabilitation manages rehabilitation services which may include Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Language Pathology, Athletic Training, and personal training staff. They oversee the development and implementation of rehabilitation services and policies, ensure compliance with appropriate regulations and quality of care standards, monitor, and evaluate the performance of the rehabilitation staff, review examinations and diagnostic test results to recommend proper treatment, and assist leadership in the implementation and development of fiscal operations, strategic planning, and marketing initiatives.

Essential Job Functions

+ _​_ Establishes and maintains goals, policies, and procedures for the Rehabilitation Departments. Supports efforts to develop progressive services in all the sub-departments involved.

+ Ensures the delivery of quality rehabilitation services by identifying patient needs and developing quality rehabilitation programs.

+ Determines and recommends the number of staff members needed to provide high-quality, economic service and ensures that staff members are qualified and competent.

+ Consults with the rehabilitation team and committees, physicians, nursing administration, and the directors of all ancillary departments regarding delivery and continuity of patient care.

+ Develops, recommends, and administers department operating and capital expense budgets and ensures that department operates within budget; evaluates new sources of revenue and prepares new program proposals as necessary. Continuously identifies and implements appropriate cost-effective measures. Assumes responsibility for meeting stated financial goals.

+ Assists in hiring, training and orientation of new staff members.

+ Coordinates and implements the marketing and promotion of all services offered by the Rehabilitation Department. Coordinates the development and implementation of all education, health promotion, and support group services offered by the Rehabilitation Departments. Coordinates the use of these departments as clinical training sites for academic programs.

+ Facilitates research, identifies resources, and provides recommendations for successful completion.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

Active license in state of practice for one of the following areas: Occupational Therapy, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Physical Therapy, Physical Therapy Assistant, Speech Language Pathology, Athletic Training (required)

BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, required within 30 days)

Work Experience

Five years clinical experience in area of specialty (preferred)

Two years of supervisory experience (preferred)

Training

None

Language

None

Patient Population

X Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

X Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.​

Neonates (0-4 weeks)

X Infant (1-12 months)

X Pediatrics (1-12 years)

X Adolescents (13-17 years)

X Adults (18-64 years)

X Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Not applicable to this position

Working Conditions

X Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

X Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel.

X General office environment.

May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.

X May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.

X May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.*

May be required to use physical restraints.

X May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.*

May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.

X May have periods of constant interruptions.

Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.

Prolonged periods of working alone.

____ Other:

____ Not applicable to this position

_* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control._

Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards

X Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)

Perform shift work

Maneuver weight of patients

X Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings

X Reach above shoulder

X Repetitive arm/hand movements

X Finger Dexterity

X Color Vision

X Acuity – far

X Acuity – near

____ Not applicable to this position

Hazards

Depth perception

Use of Latex products

Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents

Exposure to moving mechanical parts

Exposure to dust/fumes

Exposure to potential electrical shock

Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy

Exposure to high pitched noises

Gaseous risk exposure

Other:

X Not applicable to this position

Skills

+ Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients

+ Demonstrates general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email, and records management.

+ Analytical abilities to evaluate patient condition, capabilities and progress.

+ Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with co-workers, physicians, patients and families.

+ Demonstrates critical thinking skills.

+ Effective organizational and time management skills.

+ Effective written and verbal communication skills.

+ Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and complete complex tasks.

+ Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection prevention standards.

+ Ability to work independently.

+ Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality of all work related and sensitive information.

+ Utilizes sound business skills for cost-benefits analyses, planning, allocation and management of resources.

+ Must keep abreast of trends in the rehabilitation field to maintain a viable, competitive and cost-effective program.

+ Must have skills and proficiency in the principles, concepts and techniques of health care management and knowledge of hospital operations, regulatory and accrediting requirements, and budgeting and management skills.

+ Ability to collaborate and maintain professional etiquette with all customers - internal and external.

+ Ability to proactively establish positive and effective relationships with customers, physicians and community members

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance w/AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [email protected] . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected]