*Job Description*
The Physical Therapy Director oversees all physical therapy operations to include offering services, creating strategic goals by using sound and effective financial strategies, and acting as a liaison between other medical departments. The job also entails overseeing day-to-day operations as well as evaluating patients routinely. This position works as an integral team member on the management team in the development, implementation, maintenance, and adherence of/to the organization’s policies and procedures.
*Job Duties*
* Oversees and manages daily physical therapy department operations.
* Oversees the hiring, training, and development of physical therapy staff members, to include employees, volunteers, medical and professional staff, externs, interns, contractors, alliances, business associates and other appropriate third parties.
* Develops and uses dashboards to ensure that all therapy department goals are communicated and achieved.
* Participates in scheduled management and all-staff meetings.
* Leads scheduled department meetings for therapy staff.
* Participates in the development, implementation, and maintenance of any projects directed by the administrator and management team.
* Routinely provides direct therapy to patients as part of overall scope.
* Ensures accreditation, legal and medical compliance and remains updated on regulations at the local, state, and federal levels.
* Offer analysis, information, and suggestions with the end goal of developing physical therapy operational policies; determine productivity, production, quality, and patient-services procedures.
* Engage in continuing education and training opportunities whenever they become available.
*Qualifications and Skills*
* At least five years of experience as a physical therapist
* Knowledge of legal, medical and accreditation compliance
* Current physical therapist license
* Management experience preferred
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
Experience:
* Physical therapy: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
* Physical Therapy License (Required)
Work Location: In person
