Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,568 to $2,669 per week in Belle Fourche, SD

Physical Therapist
Location: Belle Fourche, SD
Agency: Pyramid Consulting, Inc.
Pay: $2,568 to $2,669 per week
Shift Information: Days - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Position Overview:

The Director of Rehabilitation is responsible for overseeing and managing the daily operations of the Rehabilitation Department, ensuring high-quality patient care, regulatory compliance, and efficient delivery of therapy services. This role requires a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) or Occupational Therapist (OT) with strong clinical leadership and management experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Physical Therapy (PT), Occupational Therapy (OT), and Speech Therapy (ST) departments, as applicable.

• Supervise, mentor, and support rehabilitation staff, including PTs, OTs, PTAs, COTAs, and therapy assistants.

• Develop and implement individualized patient treatment programs in collaboration with the clinical team.

• Monitor patient outcomes and ensure appropriate documentation and care plans.

• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, Medicare/Medicaid guidelines, and facility policies.

• Manage departmental staffing, scheduling, productivity, and performance.

• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, facility administrators, and other healthcare professionals.

• Monitor departmental budgets, expenses, and resource utilization.

• Conduct staff evaluations, training, and performance improvement initiatives.

• Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure timely completion of documentation.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted state license as a Physical Therapist (PT) or Occupational Therapist (OT).

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy, as applicable.

• Previous experience in rehabilitation services, preferably in a leadership or management role.

• Strong knowledge of rehabilitation practices, patient care standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.