Manager, Physical Therapy, Rehab & Performance

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: Depending On Experience

Posting Title:Manager, Physical Therapy, Rehab & Performance

Job Title:Manager, Physical Therapy, Rehab & Performance
Department:Physical Therapy
Reports To:Practice Administrator
FLMA Status:Exempt (salary)
Work Schedule: Monday- Friday,generally8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

Company Benefits:

• Paid Holidays

• Medical, Vision, and Dental offerings for Full-Time employees

• Employer provided Life, AD&D, Short-term, and Long-term insurance

• Monthly accrual of paid time off (PTO)

• 401(k) deferral

Summary:We areseekingan experienced and dynamic PhysicalTherapyManagerto leadourorthopedicbased Physical Therapy, Rehab and Performance team.As the Department Manager, you willbe responsible foroverseeing a team of Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists(OT),Physical Therapy Assistants (PTAs), andAthletic Trainers (AT).We are looking for an experienced manager who knows how to build out, manage andmotivate,andestablisha culture of high performance and collaboration.Your leadership will be instrumental in ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care,optimizingoperationalefficiency, and fostering a collaborative work environment within the therapy department.

This position requires compliance withOrthoEastscompliance standards, including its Code of Conduct, Compliance Program, and policies and procedures. Such compliance will be an elementrequiredas part of the jobduties andconsidered during performance evaluations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Leadership and Team Management:

• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to the PTs, OT, and PTAs, promoting a culture of excellence, professionalism, and teamwork.
  

• Conduct regular team meetings to communicate departmental goals, review performance metrics, and address any challenges or opportunities for improvement.
  

• Foster a supportive and inclusive work environment that encourages professional growth, collaboration, and open communication among staff members.
  

• Manage time off, scheduling control and efficiencies, and other HR related tasks.

Clinical Operations Oversight:

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the physical therapy department, including patient scheduling, treatment planning, and resource allocation tooptimizepatient care delivery.
  

• Ensure compliance with clinical protocols, evidence-based practices, and regulatory standards governing physical and occupational therapy services.
  

• Monitor clinical outcomes, patient satisfaction, and productivity metrics toidentifyareas for performance improvement and implement corrective actions as needed.

• Manage all outside referrals, including but not limited to approving/denying and scheduling.

Staff Development and Training:

• Oversee the recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and training of clinical staff, ensuring that all team memberspossessthe necessary skills, competencies, and credentials to perform their roles effectively.
  

• Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide constructive feedback, and support professional development initiatives to enhance staff competencies and job satisfaction.

• Facilitate continuing education opportunities, mentorship programs, and participation in professional conferences to promote clinical excellence and career advancement.

Quality Assurance and Compliance:

• Implement quality assurance initiatives, clinical audits, and outcome measurement tools tomonitorthe effectiveness and safety of patient care delivery.
  

• Ensure compliance with relevant healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and documentation requirements,maintainingaccurateand up-to-date patient records.

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, regulatory agencies, and third-party payers to address compliance issues, resolve audits, and mitigate risks related to billing, coding, and reimbursement.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration:

• Foster collaborative relationships with physicians, surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare providers to coordinate patient care,facilitateinterdisciplinary consultations, andoptimizetreatment outcomes.
  

• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, case conferences, and care planning sessions to ensure continuity of care and holistic treatment approaches for patients with complex orthopedic conditions.
  

• Serve as a liaison between the physical therapy department and external stakeholders, including referral sources, insurers, community organizations, and rehabilitation facilities.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilityrequired. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:

• Doctorate or Master's degree in Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy(required)
  

• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist (PT) or Occupational Therapist (OT)
  

• Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in orthopedic rehabilitation, withpreviousleadership or management experience preferred
  

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills
  

• Proficiencyin electronic health record (EHR) systems and healthcare management software
  

• Knowledge of healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and quality assurance principles
  

• Ability to prioritize tasks, delegate responsibilities, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  

• While performing the duties of this job, the employeeis regularly required tostand; walk; use hands and fingers, handle, or feel and talk or hear.
  

• The employee isfrequentlyrequired to reach with hands and arms. The employeeis occasionally required tosit and stoop, kneel, or crouch. Occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 20 pounds.