Associate Director of Physical Therapy

Job Description

Job Description

Summary:

MBI is looking for an experienced physical therapist to assist with leading our four Denver Market clinics. This opportunity involves onsite direction of therapy at our Denver Northeast clinic, and at-a-distance oversight of our Lakewood, Englewood, and Aurora Southeast clinics. The job description accurately describes the qualities required for this next-level opening. If you are a seasoned PT ready for a larger leadership role, this may be tailor made for you. We look forward to hearing from you!

100% clinically based position

Salary range was $114K to $118K

Leadership Qualities:

1. Demonstrates positive, ‘can-do’ mentality
   1. Communicates in all formats (email, in-person, etc) with a positive tone
   2. Welcomes new opportunities and initiatives
   3. Able to inquire about new initiatives with curiosity over reluctance
2. Fosters a culture of optimism amongst center colleagues
   1. Works to create an upbeat environment in the therapy area, looks for ways to bring fun and positive humor to work
   2. Is an example of resilience and grit during difficult times
3. Continually improves their business acumen
   1. Eagerly seeks to learn and analyze data on clinic performance
   2. Assists other center leaders and colleagues in recognizing that our ability to care for our patients is intertwined with our financial success
   3. Understandably communicates short and long-term business goal to clinic colleagues
4. Embodies ‘Servant Leadership’
   1. Volunteers for difficult tasks and same-day walkovers
   2. Arrives before shift starts, stays until the work is completed. Does what it takes to get the job done
   3. Understands that ‘doing the right thing’ can take longer than cutting corners
5. Strives for top-quality care
   1. Does more than the bare minimum to keep license active
   2. Encourages an “in-clinic environment” of learning and curiosity
   3. Welcomes ideas that challenge their own understanding of concepts, treatment, etc.
6. Leads clinic and area to achieve key-performance metrics
   1. Communicates specific business goals to colleagues
   2. Analyzes performance data and works with other center colleagues to form necessary plans to improve
   3. Engages with patients and clients to meet and exceed expectations
   4. Models proper treatment and appropriate billing practices for other colleagues

Essential Duties:

1. Patient care will include evaluations and assessments as per the relevant state Physical Therapy Practice Act, determining a plan of care, supervising ancillary staff, and medical charting.
2. Lift/fit testing will include on-site essential job function assessments and the development and supervision of an objective and unbiased test of a person’s ability to safely complete those tasks with proper mechanics.
3. Administrative responsibilities will include patient and provider scheduling, copying, faxing, typing/computer use, phone work, recruiting and interviewing, hiring, onboarding, mentoring, and educating PT staff including therapists, therapist assistants, and PT technicians, and referral management.
4. Medical record management will include insuring confidentiality under HIPAA law, insurance authorizations, and filing.
5. Planning and evaluation of all PT staff on an annual basis for performance review.
6. Working with corporate level leadership on a regular basis for planning and execution of business initiatives.

Physical Demands:

To be successful at the described duties, he/she will be able to:

Task

Weight

Frequency

Lift floor-to-waist

25 lbs

50 lbs

10x daily

1x daily

Lift overhead

10 lbs

1x daily

Carry

35 lbs, 6 ft.

5x daily

Push/Pull

25 lbs

100 lbs

5x daily

1x weekly

Stand, walk, reach

75% of shift

Squat, kneel, crawl

25% of shift

Keyboard & mouse manipulation

functional proficiency

25% of shift

Communication Requirements:

Must be able to communicate through written instructions and complete routine written logs and reports. Must be able to comprehend and follow verbal instructions, as well as respond to audible stimuli. Sending and receiving type-written communications are required daily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with documented disabilities to perform essential functions or comply with communication requirements.

Education and/or Experience Requirements:

1. Certificate from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
2. Current state PT license
3. Current CPR documentation