Therapy Program Manager

HealthPRO Heritage - Burke, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Burke, VA

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Therapy Program Manager is responsible for managing and administering all aspects of rehabilitation services within assisted living and retirement communities. This role involves maintaining a clinical caseload while ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations. The manager serves as an advocate and mentor to interdisciplinary team members, promoting superior clinical and fiscal integrity in service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a clinical caseload.
• Demonstrates strong clinical knowledge and understands the role of rehabilitation for all clinical disciplines and product lines within Assisted Living, Independent Living, and CCRC settings.
• Ensures compliance with Federal, State, and Local laws, rules, and regulations related to therapy service delivery.
• Assesses data reflective of the resident's status and provides age-specific care according to department policies and procedures.
• Maintains a safe, orderly, and goal-directed work environment for self and the therapy team.
• Acts as a liaison between HealthPRO-Heritage management, Home Health, Hospice, and community administration.
• Integrates clinical programs and addresses community-specific needs related to marketing.
• Participates in community-based committees to promote clinical programs and marketing goals.
• Implements Quality Improvement Programs and participates in patient care meetings.
• Provides education to community members, healthcare providers, and families regarding therapy services.
• Plans, schedules, coordinates, and directs rehabilitation services for the department, including staffing needs and vacation approvals.

Requirements

• Must be a Licensed Occupational Therapist or a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Associate's Degree in an allied health field, Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree, or a Master's Degree.
• Ongoing continuing education and professional development required.
• Valid state professional licensure must be maintained.