Director of Rehab

Essential Job Functions Maintains a clinical caseload Responsible for recruiting and retaining all rehabilitation service personnel Ensures effective orientation and on-the-job training for all rehabilitation service personnel Promotes positive employee relations by facilitating an atmosphere of open communication and problem solving. Responsible for conducting performance appraisals of all rehabilitation service personnel Responsible for all aspects of operations of rehabilitation service at facility level Monitors personnel compliance with standards taking corrective action as needed. Works with finance personnel in reconciling billing to ensure accuracy. Assures that all program standards are met, including CARF, SNF, and JCAHO standards. Identifies program development needs of the community and implements appropriate programs. Develops clinical affiliation programs with educational institutions. Investigates, follows up and assists in the resolution of staff, service and resident-related issues requested by management. Reviews the quality and appropriateness of total services delivered. Assesses resources and supplies available in community. Tracks MDS Assessment Period Data to include number of disciplines treating, treatment days/weeks and a daily treatment time. Communicates data to appropriate personnel. Reviews resident specific RUG category per assessment period. Coordinates change in MDS data according to community procedure. Responsible for utilizing tracking systems and for implementing changes that may be indicated. Ensures compliance with data entry for PPS resource utilization and CPT coding daily. Monitors treatment minutes daily. Generates special reports/data as needed to assist Hyatt Family Facilities in assessing the efficacy and cost effectiveness of the Rehabilitation services for the facility. Provides treatment in accordance with established standards of practice, department procedures and productivity standards. Consistently demonstrates sound judgment in the evaluation, planning, implementation and follow-up of resident therapy programs. Reports to work on time and coordinates schedule to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency during assigned. Assists with and participates in Quality Assurance program as required. Maintains a current knowledge of the law and regulations regarding rehabilitative services and consults with supervisor to ensure that all employment actions are in compliance with applicable regulations. Attends and participates in scheduled trainings, educational classes and meetings required or requested for position. Ensures a safe environment and utilizes tools and equipment in a safe manner complying with all infection control, universal precautions and OSHA standards for the healthcare professional. Reports all hazardous conditions including incidents, injuries and equipment to Supervisor/appropriate personnel immediately. Responds to and acts appropriately in emergency or disaster situations. Adheres to high standards of cleanliness, grooming, hygiene and dress code. Adheres to all policies of company, including job description, certification and requirements, mission statement, HIPAA, Confidentiality standards and residents rights. Adapts to changes in responsibility in a positive manner, is receptive to new ways of completing tasks and is flexible in carrying out assignments. Communicates and interacts professionally and effectively with residents and coworkers throughout the community ensuring a cooperative environment while maintaining self-control. Communicates and interacts professionally and effectively with family members in attending to and meeting their requests. Performs all other duties as assigned and as required to effectively discharge the responsibilities of the position and are in the best interest of the organization. Standard Requirements Support the Missions, Values, and Vision of Hyatt Family Facilities and the facility. Protect Resident Rights and ensure an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity and well-being of all residents in a safe, secure environment. Support, coordinate with, and implement specific procedures and programs for: Safety, including universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management and security, report and/or correcting unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance needs Confidentiality of all data, including resident, employee and operations data. Support and participate in common teamwork: Cooperates and works together with all co-workers; plan and completes job duties with minimal supervisory direction, including appropriate judgment. Uses tactful, appropriate communications in sensitive and emotional situations. Follows up as appropriate with supervisor, co-workers or residents regarding reported complaints, problems, and concerns. Promotes customer service with residents, family members and guests. Adheres to requirements for in-service training; attendance, uniform, department and dress code policies, including personal hygiene, and completes other work duties as assigned. Physical Demands of the Job Frequent tasks involving walking throughout the shift. Distances typically less than 200 feet with occasional walking greater distance, walking is on even surfaces. Occasional sitting during duties, the majority of which will be in the Therapy Gym. Occasional standing does not need to be static. Occasional squatting and/or bending. Lifting up to 10 lbs. frequently, 11 to 25 lbs. occasionally, 26 to 50 lbs. seldom and lifting greater than 50 lbs. is not required. Repetitive movements require following proper body mechanics. Notify supervisor of any concerns. Fine repetitive motor skills will be used frequently; gross repetitive motor skills will be used occasionally. Occasionally push/pull up to 25 pounds of force. Occasional twisting, seldom climb or use stairs; never crawl. Frequently reach from shoulder height to knees; seldom reach above shoulders or below knees. During the Covid-19 outbreak, N-95 masks are to be worn during the duration of your shift. When facility is not in an active outbreak, staff are to wear surgical masks, KN-90/95s unless on observation which N-95 are still mandated. Conditions of Environment Controlled temperature, primarily indoor, well lit, maintained flooring, smoke free and occasional odors that dissipate. Noise level is maintained quiet to moderate. Potential exposure of Covid-19 and mutated strains. Basic Qualification Education/Training: Bachelor of Science or Arts Degree, Masters Degree or an Associates Degree in an allied health field. Assumes responsibility for ongoing education and professional development. Skills: Moderate reading, writing, grammar and mathematics skills; proficient in interpersonal relations and communicative skills; auditory and visual skills, ability to bend, stoop, sit, stand, reach, and lift items weighing 50 pound or less. Current state licensure and/or certification/registry, as required. As a Director of Rehabilitation in a Hyatt Family Facility you must be able to perform the following essential functions as demonstrated by the ability to: #J-18808-Ljbffr