Rehabilitation Supervisor/Occupational Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

ABOUT US

Loretto Hospital is a safety-net hospital that serves more than 33,000 patients each year from Chicago’s Austin and surrounding communities. Established in 1923 as a not-for-profit community-focused healthcare provider, Loretto offers its community a unique patient-centered healthcare delivery system that promotes general wellness and education. The hospital staff are committed to providing the best possible medical care in a holistic, safe and comfortable resident environment. By empowering patients with knowledge and resources, Loretto Hospital strives to cultivate a culture of proactive medical management within the community, with the goal of increasing the quality of life for patients and community residents.

SUMMARY

We are seeking a dedicated Rehabilitation Supervisor/Occupational Therapist to join our team. Reporting to the VP, Clinical Operations, this position provides appropriate and efficient evaluations, treatments, and associated services. In addition, this position coordinates special programs through the department and provides supervision to staff required to operate those programs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ensure staff compliance to standards of practice and to policy and procedure; provides training in areas of deficit.
• Complete employee performance appraisals.
• Perform annual competencies on employees and ensure paperwork meets "HFAP" requirements.
• Create/maintain the work/vacation schedule for staff members.
• Involved in the hiring process of new staff members
• In charge of the orientation and education of staff and new employees.
• Expected to do the maintenance of clinical equipment and education to staff of new equipment.
• Constantly improve the communication process.
• Function as clinical expert and role model for staff activities.
• Participate with department and Hospital-wide Performance Improvement.
• Expected to do intradepartmental relationship teambuilding.
• Recognize the influence of beliefs and cultures on behaviors and accept strengths and limitations in others.
• Expected to exhibit calm responsiveness to emergency or stressful situations.
• Recognize situations which require notification of a supervisor.
• Responsible for routine reports and correspondence.
• Speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
• Provide high quality patient care daily.
• Address clinical issues when SLT is off site.
• Assist in conducting staff meetings/huddles.
• Assist with onboarding and new hire training.
• Assist in addressing patient satisfaction issues as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

COMPLIANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Understands and adheres to Loretto Hospital’s compliance standards as they appear in the Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy.
• Keeps abreast of all pertinent federal, state and Hospital regulations, laws, and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified. For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, “Job Duties” are essential job functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand and walk as well as occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Using proper body mechanics, the employee may be expected to lift, pull, push or move patients and/or equipment. Fine motor skills are required when using hands and fingers to handle, feel or reach. Normal or corrected vision, hearing and ability to speak are necessary. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, sharp eye focus and ability to distinguish colors. There will be periods of stressful intense concentration with more than average pressure used in a variety of problem-solving situations.

WHY LORETTO

Competitive Compensation: Along with a competitive salary, Loretto Hospital offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement savings plans, and paid time off.

Career Development: Loretto Hospital is a vibrant community of professionals dedicated to administering excellent patient care. Whether you are pursuing a career in allied health, support services, clinical or nursing support, or professional administration, Loretto Hospital is a tremendous place to grow as a health care professional.

Work Environment: As a not-for-profit, community-focused hospital, Loretto Hospital is truly a place where patients come first. We are seeking team members who not only support our mission, but who are customer service-driven and who desire to enhance the patient experience.