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Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Oversight of the Inpatient Rehabilitation unit with daily patient care and one full weekend per month

POSITION PURPOSE

Reporting to the Manager of Rehabilitation Services, this position is accountable for supporting the inpatient therapy services team members.

Evaluates patients, designs, and modifies treatment programs in accordance with the physician prescription, supervises assistants, technicians, treatment programs and maintains proper documentation as required by the department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Supports leadership in daily staffing decisions

Daily staffing 1 and minimum 75% patient care caseload

Supports weekly huddles

Supports yearly performance reviews for inpatient rehab services staff

Supports 180 day reviews for new associates

Participates in orientation and mentoring for new associates and 30,60 and 90 day reviews

Initially manages customer concerns/complaints

Supports staff meetings as needed

Supports interview and hiring process.

Supports leadership in disciplinary action as appropriate

Performs regular chart reviews/audits

Maintains inventory and helps make decisions about equipment ordering for patient care

Helps facilitate processes and data collection and analysis to maintain compliant with company and payer regulations

Initiate and encourage good communication and relationships with physicians and other health care personnel involved in the provision of patient care.

Perform objective, evidence-based patient evaluations and treatments. Provide appropriate discharge and DME/adaptive equipment recommendations

Provide appropriate supervision to therapy assistants and Rehab techs

Identify age related differences within the persons served and will adjust treatment style and expectations as appropriate.

Build on existing skills and knowledge through continuing education.

Must be able to meet productivity expectations as determined by management each fiscal year.

Maintain all necessary documentation as required by departmental policy.

Participate actively in daily operations of the department and contribute to its compliance with regulations and customer service expectations.

Adhere to the code of ethics adopted by the department and the profession and to all departmental and hospital policies and procedures.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the competencies/essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation.

Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations, the Trinity Health Organizational Integrity Program, including the Standards of Conduct, Code of Ethics, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical and professional behaviors.

In accordance with unit or departmental practice, actively participates in on-going education and communication regarding revenue management.

In accordance with unit or departmental practice, assists with tracking and monitoring of equipment assigned to the unit. Requests services for maintaining equipment as needed.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of individuals in the job.

OTHER FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

_Performs other duties as assigned._

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Education:

+ Bachelors Degree in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy or Speech Language Pathology

Certification/Licensure:

+ Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

+ Current State of Michigan licensure: Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapist or Speech Language Pathology

Experience:

+ 3-5 years of clinical experience, with some supervision of other staff preferred.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Excellent customer service orientation skills necessary in order to deal effectively with various levels of hospital personnel, outside customers and community groups.

Provides daily oversight and direction of care plan and patient activities while supporting the mission, strategy and business philosophy of Trinity Health

Fair and consistent leadership skills

Develops, maintains and manages desired relationships with leaders, physicians, colleagues, visitors and the community.

Strong skills in human and financial resource management, data analysis, facilitation and collaboration.

Excellent interpersonal skills and the confidence and decision-making experience to function as a member of a collaborative leadership team.

Ability to operate under pressure with multiple, sometimes conflicting deadlines and priorities.

Must possess a personal presence, which is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission/vision, and values of Trinity Health.

_This document is intended to describe the generalized duties and responsibilities, the specialized job functions, and the essential requirements of this job_ _._ _It is not intended to be an exhaustive statement of all supplemental duties, responsibilities, or non-essential requirements or reflect any accommodations made under the_ _American’s_ _with Disability Act, the Michigan Handicapper’s Act, or_ _SJMHS’s_ _Return to Work_ _Program_

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran