Physical Therapy Director

Position Goal:
To oversee the day-to-day operations of the Physical Therapy Department in the most efficient manner as possible, ensuring it meets the needs of the patients and physicians.

Position Responsibilities

• Responsible for reviewing PT workflow and processes to ensure billing and documentation requirements are met daily, including PT orders, procedure documentation, and signed forms.
• Provides oversight for development, direction, and coordination of all Physical Therapy staff.
• Responsible for updating PT policies and procedures.
• Develops and maintains departmental budgets, reporting on variances monthly and overseeing the budget.

• Maintains all PT regulatory guidelines and standards.

• Manages all aspects of PT inventory, including supply ordering, receiving, stocking, paying supplier invoices, and ensuring staff are trained to meet patient needs.

• Assists staff and physicians in solving problems regarding braces and fittings that meet patient needs.

• Establishes and maintains positive relationships with patients, physicians, staff, and corporate staff.
• Ensures PT staff provide direct patient care activities as assigned.

• Ensures quality patient care is provided by all therapists.

• Meets physicians' needs regarding rehabilitative services.
• Ensures rehab department is Medicare compliant and billing is appropriate.

• Plans and administers medically prescribed PT treatments to restore function, prevent disability, and relieve pain.
• Consults with physicians and departments about PT factors affecting patient health status.
• Documents treatments and patient information for medical records and bills patients accordingly.
• Educates patients and families on care and use of therapies and exercises.
• Conducts staff meetings at least quarterly.
• Serves as an information and education resource for patients, families, and therapy staff.
• Participates in professional development activities and maintains affiliations.
• Performs related work as required and recommends solutions to patient care problems.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.

Position Requirements

Experience: Minimum 2 years as a Physical Therapist or Assistant required, with 2 years supervisory experience preferred.

Education: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy or Assistant program.

Special Qualification: Current state License in PT or PTA, BLS certification, valid driver's license, satisfactory MVR, good judgement, and excellent communication skills required.