Physical Therapist Director

Navajo Preference Employment Act


In accordance with Navajo Nation and federal law, TCRHCC has implemented an Affirmative Action Plan pursuant to the Navajo Preference in Employment Act. Pursuant to this Plan and corresponding TCRHCC Policy, applicants who meet the necessary qualifications for this position and (1) are enrolled members of the Navajo Nation, Hopi Tribe, or San Juan Southern Paiute Tribe will be given preference in hiring and employment for this position, (2) are legally married to enrolled members of the Navajo Nation, Hopi Tribe, or San Juan Southern Paiute Tribe and meet residency requirements will be given secondary preference, and (3) are enrolled members of other federally-recognized American Indian Tribes will be given tertiary preference.
Overview

Live, work, and thrive in scenic Northern Arizona with places like the Grand Canyon, Lake Powell, and Monument Valley right in your back yard! Tuba City is filled with scenic beauty with a rich cultural history. This isn't just a job, it's a way of life.

A few more reason to consider Tuba City Regional Health Care

• Four-day Work Week, rotate weekend coverage.
• Excellent Benefits
• Relocation Assistance

POSITION SUMMARY

The Director of Physical Therapy Department is responsible for the daily clinical operation of the department. Coordinates and supervises all clinical and technical services provided in all patient care areas and provides direct patient care consistent with the caseload and schedule demands which consists of treatment in inpatient (regular work week, and weekend rotation) and outpatient setting. Is responsible for the performance appraisal, training and development, and performance documentation of all clinical staff. Participates in long range planning, budget preparations and the development of standards, policies and procedures. Conducts meetings, relays policy and/or procedure changes, chairs and/or participates on committees within the department. Interacts with all staff levels, patients, visitors, and outside businesses, organizations, and other departments/clinics.


Qualifications

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Bachelor's Degree from CAPTE accredited school of Physical Therapy or equivalent for foreign trained therapists

Licensure:

• Must possess a valid, current, full and unrestricted license in any state within the United States, District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico
• Must have and maintain current BLS certification by the American Heart Association

Credentialing:

Must be credentialed to serve on the Medical Staff. All related information required for credentialing must be provided.

Experience:

• A minimum of five (5) years of experience as a licensed Physical Therapist.
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in an outpatient and inpatient setting.

Other Skills and Abilities:

A record of satisfactory performance in all prior and current employment as evidenced by positive employment references from previous and current employers. All employment references must address and indicate success in each one of the following areas:

• Successful and positive working relationships with Senior Management and Staff.
• Possession of high ethical standards and no history of ethical complaints.
• Reliable and dependable; reports to work as scheduled without excessive absences
• Demonstrated Administrative and Leadership Skills
• Professional competence and critical thinking skills
• Completion of and above-satisfactory scores on all job interviews, demonstrating to the satisfaction of the interviewees and TCRHCC that the applicant can perform the essential functions of the job
• Successful completion of and positive results from all background and reference checks, including positive employment references from authorized representatives of past and current employers demonstrating to the satisfaction of TCRHCC a record of satisfactory performance and that the applicant can perform the essential functions of the job
• Successful completion of fingerprint clearance requirements, physical examinations, and other screenings indicating that the applicant is qualified to be employed by TCRHCC and demonstrating to the satisfaction of TCRHCC that the applicant can perform the essential functions of the job
• Submission of all required employment-related documents, applications, resumes, references, and other required information free of false, misleading or incomplete information, as determined by TCRHCC.
• Must have and maintain a current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by the American Heart Association during employment at TCRHCC

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL EFFORT

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

Physical:

This position requires an individual of high energy that can maintain a long and flexible schedule to meet the leadership requirements of this position. Incumbent may have prolonged periods, approximately ¾ of the workday, of sitting, standing, walking, bending and has the ability to maintain balance and use of keyboards for prolonged periods. Incumbent may frequently, approximately ½ the workday, be required to kneel, crouch, twist, reach with the ability for simple and firm grasping and fine manipulation. Also have the ability to occasionally, approximately ¼ of workday, drive and climb. Incumbent has the ability to lift, push or pull for prolonged periods up to 10 pounds, frequently lift, push or pull up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift, push or pull up to 100 pounds. Incumbent has the ability for far, near, color vision, depth perception, seeing fine details and hearing normal speech for prolonged periods. Incumbent will also frequently have the ability for hearing overhead pages and using the telephone.

Mental:

The Director uses independent judgment and analytical skills to make decisions, which impact employees, departmental operations, finances and the morale of the organization, and in carrying out all responsibilities related to this position. Incumbent should have the ability for prolonged periods of concentration and the ability to handle a high degree of flexibility. Frequently has the ability to cope with high levels of stress, make decisions under high pressure, cope with anger, fear, hostility of others in a calm way, handle multiple priorities in stressful situations, demonstrate high degree of patience, adapt to shift work and work in areas that are close and crowded. On occasion will need to manage altercations and work alone.


Environmental :

Incumbent may frequently be exposed to infectious diseases and on occasion exposed to chemical agents, dust, fumes, gases, extremes in temperature and/or humidity, hazardous or moving equipment, unprotected heights and loud noises.


Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

Administrative:

1. Provides leadership in assessing, planning, directing and coordinating the departmental programs of TCRHCC.
2. Develops and manages budget for cost containment.
3. Evaluates efficiency of operations as well as the quality of service.
4. Develops and updates policies and procedures for the effective and efficient management and operation of the department.
5. Provides leadership in creating a team environment for effective and efficient operations.
6. Develops short- and long-range departmental plans and programs consistent, with organizational policies; and coordinates programs with other departments.
7. Administers continuous quality improvement programs to evaluate quality, appropriateness and effectiveness of services provided.
8. Develops implements and revises employee performance standards, ensuring that they are consistent with the duties and responsibilities contained in position descriptions. Initiate actions for promotions, reassignments, status change, performance awards and disciplinary actions. Counsels employees regarding training and individual development plans.

Clinical/Departmental:

1. Incumbent performs professional work requiring the application of knowledge in the concepts, principles and practices of Physical Therapy for the treatment or prevention of physical disability or disease.
2. Incumbent responsible for a high degree of professional competence, skill and judgment in assessment, planning and carrying out the full range of treatment modalities, patient education and discharge planning of a variety of inpatient and outpatient situations. Treatment objectives are complex, and procedures involve application of highly specialized skills and knowledge.
3. Provides consultation to medical or clinical staff on matters pertaining to physical therapy and/or patient progress. Incumbent exercises tact, good judgment and persuasiveness when dealing with these individuals.
4. Acquires and arranges for maintenance and proper functioning of equipment.
5. Develops patient services process, therapy guidelines, emergency protocols, staffing patterns, and record keeping routines.
6. Implements knowledge of best practices in patient care and customer service.
7. Plans and coordinates preventive, health promotion, and educational programs for patients and their families.
8. Plans and coordinates education programs which include students and therapist interns from affiliating universities, as well as in-service programs for therapists, other medical staff, other interdisciplinary health care personnel and community members.
9. Ensures that care meets the individualized goals of the treatment plans.
10. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to optimize health outcomes.
11. Develops and implements staff development programs for the continued enrichment of the staff and the program.
12. Ensures standards of care are implemented and compliant with all state and federal regulations, standards of practice, and TCRHCC policies and procedures. Maintain confidential, appropriate patient records in accordance with accepted standards, i.e. JCAHO, Medicare.
13. Supports the overall vision of a positive patient experience by achieving a positive balance of healthcare, cost outcomes, and patient satisfaction.
14. Provides guidance in patient assessment and treatment planning. Provides patient care as needed to maintain personal professional clinical skills.
15. Demonstrates knowledge and skills of age specific competencies and variety of diagnoses related but not limited to orthopedics, neurology, vestibular, and wound care.
16. Participates in continuing education programs and seminars to maintain current competence in Physical Rehabilitation related concepts.
17. Designs, coordinates and participates in clinical research (supportive, collaborative, and/or independent) and other special studies.
18. Responsible for electronic health records data entry pertinent to patient service role prior to duties as assigned or where it is appropriate to place.
19. Ensure proper PPE is worn at all times while on duty, including but not limited to face mask, gloves, gown, isolation gown, NIOSH-approved N95 filtering facepiece respirator or higher, if available), and eye or face shield.
20. Complete all donning and doffing tasks using a safe, acceptable method and discard the used PPE accordingly. (see CDC website for most current updates).
21. Complete task training for all routine cleaning and decontamination processes for all surfaces contaminated by a communicable disease to ensure high patient, visitor, employee, and external customer satisfaction.