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Enhanced Job Description for Director of Therapy and Rehabilitation Services Hope, AR

Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly experienced and dynamic Director of Therapy and Rehabilitation Services to lead our therapy departments at our Hope, Arkansas facility. This full-time, permanent position offers an exciting opportunity to oversee inpatient and outpatient therapy services, ensuring the delivery of exceptional patient care while fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment. The successful candidate will play a vital role in strategic planning, staff supervision, and operational excellence, contributing to improved patient outcomes and compliance with all regulatory standards.


Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operations of therapy services, including inpatient (swing bed) and outpatient programs.
• Provide supervision, mentorship, and evaluation for PT and PTA staff, promoting professional development.
• Collaborate with medical staff and interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Ensure compliance with all federal and Arkansas state healthcare regulations, including documentation and billing standards.
• Manage departmental budgets, resource allocation, and operational efficiency efforts.
• Conduct evaluations for physical therapists as required, ensuring high standards of clinical performance.
• Maintain an active NPI number and facilitate staff adherence to licensing and certification requirements.
• Support staff with clinical supervision, fostering a positive and productive work environment.

Qualifications:

• Active Arkansas Physical Therapy License.
• Current AHA BLS Certification.
• Minimum of 2-5 years management experience in a therapy setting, ideally in rural or critical access hospital environments.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and support therapy staff.
• Strong communication, patient education, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in EMR/documentation systems, with Trubridge/CPSI experience strongly preferred.
• Experience in both inpatient and outpatient therapy settings, with adaptability to different caseloads.
• Ability to work independently within a smaller team environment.
• Must have a valid NPI number.
• Vaccination requirements: Up-to-date flu shot and records.

Work Schedule & Compensation:

• 8-hour days, guaranteed 30 hours per week, no weekends or holidays initially.
• Salary range: $115,000 $135,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
• Per hour rate: Based on annual salary; specific hourly rate to be determined.

Additional Details:

• Relocation: Not provided.
• Sign-On Bonus: Not available.
• Benefits & Career Growth: We offer competitive benefits packages, opportunities for professional development, and a supportive work environment where your leadership can make a meaningful difference in patient lives.

Application Details:
Please submit your application to Caela Cox. We are eager to welcome a dedicated leader to our team who is passionate about advancing therapy services in a rural healthcare setting.


Note: This role offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated therapy leader to impact a community-focused healthcare environment while advancing their managerial career.

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