Director Therapy Operations

Encompass Health - Westchester, FL

Part-time - Mid Level

Westchester, FL

101-250 employees

Hospitals

About the position

The Director of Therapy Operations at Encompass Health is a strategic leadership role focused on overseeing the organization, development, and supervision of Therapy Operations. This position aims to ensure the highest quality of patient care while adhering to regulatory standards and fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. The role combines professional ambitions with a commitment to positively impacting patients' lives and the local community.

Responsibilities

• Develop, revise, implement, and communicate policies, processes, and procedures, holding staff accountable for their respective roles and responsibilities.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to educate staff and the community about awareness, prevention, and treatment options.
• Develop and support clinical affiliations and relationships with educational institutions.
• Use historical data and emerging trends to forecast operational revenues and expenses and make recommendations based on internal and external market conditions for potential salary adjustments.
• Possess in-depth knowledge of state, federal, and professional regulatory requirements for program reimbursement, business standards, legal issues, and documentation requirements, and apply them to program operations and departments.
• Educate and communicate updates and changes in standards to the staff and advise the CEO on the needs required for effective program operation and implementation.
• Provide patient care.
• Celebrate the accomplishments and victories of our dedicated staff and patients.

Requirements

• Current State license in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or Speech-Language Pathology.
• BLS (CPR) required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited therapy program.
• Minimum of five years of rehabilitation experience, including two years in a management role.

Nice-to-haves

• Additional training with a Master's or Doctorate degree in professional or management area is preferred.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
• Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuing education.
• Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.