Director-Therapy Services

Company: Mercy
Location: Fort Smith
Posted on: August 28, 2024

Job Description:

We're a Little Different

Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service.

At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique individuals - careers that not only make the most of your skills and talents, but also your heart. Join us and discover why Modern Healthcare Magazine named us in its "Top 100 Places to Work."

Overview:

Responsible for direction of outpatient rehabilitation services (physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology). Directs operations of the outpatient therapy departments in accordance with current statutes, regulations, and policies/procedures of each department. Maintains performance improvement activities within the outpatient rehab departments, and participates in quality activities and committees as assigned in conjunction with Mercy Hospital. Works directly with finance and administrative leaders to formulate and evaluate an annual budget. Clinically responsible for evaluation, planning, directing and administering therapy services to patients as prescribed by a licensed physician as needed. Completes other duties as assigned. Perform duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of an approved Physical Therapy (PT), Occupational Therapy (OT), or Speech Language Pathology (SLP) program.
• Licensure: Licensed as a PT, OT, and/or SLP in the state of practice.
• Experience: Minimum of three years of supervisory or management experience in a therapy setting (i.e., outpatient clinic, acute hospital, home health, skilled nursing/long-term care facility, or other rehab settings).
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Other: Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. Strong written and verbal skills. Basic computer skills. Knowledge of physical medicine operations.
• Preferred Experience: Outpatient therapy operational management experience preferred.
• Preferred Other: Additional languages preferred.
  
  We Offer Great Benefits:
  
  Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period!
  
  We're bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.
  
  At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We're expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.
  
  What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?
  
  Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We're also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care - that's just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.
  
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