Manager Rehabilitation

Career Opportunities At Lehigh Valley Health Network

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.

LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.

Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Job Description

Summary Ensures and/or provides patient care in accordance with professional licensure (PT, OT, SLP). Performs assessment, treatment planning, and therapeutic interventions that are consistent with the discipline's qualifications, professional practices, and ethical standards. Coordinates care, oversees staffing, and guides and mentors the rehabilitation team to ensure the plan of care for the patient population is rendered appropriately. Directs and manages patient care. Manages material, financial, and human resources within assigned area. Assumes accountability for the development and implementation of Rehabilitation Programs and Services within area of expertise.

Job Duties

• Manages clinical operations, business and financial planning, and quality improvement projects.
• Assumes responsibility for the efficient and profitable management of rehabilitation services.
• Directs rehab services operations such as staff interviews, orientation, performance appraisals, and employee development.
• Develops policies, procedures, service standards, and work flows to support the consistent application of practices across function.
• Holds staff accountable for meeting policies and standards of operations and coaches staff appropriately to improve performance.
• Administers interventions consistent with treatment plan based on evidence based best practice.
• Promotes team building and engagement to promote an efficient and positive work environment.
• Provides ongoing assessment and analysis of patient functioning and progress.
• Develops treatment protocols for rehabilitation services specifically related to patient conditions within area of expertise.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or Speech-Language Pathology.
• 3 years Clinical experience in professional field (PT, OT, SLP).
• Ability to exercise judgment in making critical decisions.
• Expert level knowledge of clinical operations and related business processes.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
• OT - Licensed Occupational Therapist - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire or
• PT - Licensed Physical Therapist - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire or
• SLP - Licensed Speech Language Pathologist - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire or

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or Speech-Language Pathology.
• DL - Driver's License_PA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire

Physical Demands Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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