Job Title: Director of Therapy

Job Type: Full Time

 

How you’ll contribute 

A Director of Therapy who excels in this role:

• Manages the Therapy Services Department staff. Supports and empowers staff to embrace the mission and value statements of the organization.

• Observes and evaluates program effectiveness and recommends changes to interdisciplinary leadership team and Medical Staff as needed.

• Develops direct reports to excel in supervision and support of staff in the interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary model.

• Works under the guidance of the CEO and in collaboration with the Medical Staff and hospital leadership to lead the organization in the development of clinical programs which may include Brain Injury, Stroke, Amputee or other clinical programs. This includes a strong focus on CARF certification.

• Evaluates department performance versus budgets and benchmarks and takes appropriate action to work within budgets and benchmarks for staffing, outcomes, employee satisfaction, patient engagement and other key metrics.

• Is a key member of the Administrative Team and serves as a leader and/or member in hospital committees.

• Collaborates with Chief Nursing Officer, Nurse Manager, physicians and interdisciplinary teams.

• Other duties as assigned. 

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: 

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.

• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.

• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).

• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we’re looking for

• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist or Speech and Language Pathologist.

• Minimum of three years of previous therapy management experience required.

• Demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate, evaluate and direct activities of clinical personnel.

•  Effective oral and written communication skills, in English with additional languages preferred.

• CPR Certified

• Proficiency in basic computer skills required.

• Proficiency of rehabilitation skills in discipline specific area of PT, OT or ST with the ability to treat patients and mentor staff as needed

More about

Dignity Health East Valley Rehabilitation Hospital is a state-of-the-art, 50-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital dedicated to the treatment and recovery of individuals who have experienced the debilitating effects of a severe injury or illness. Rehabilitation programs that provide ongoing care and specialized treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey. Offering customized, individualized rehabilitation tailored to the specific needs of those recovering from a stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injury. We are proud to be recognized CARF Accredited for Comprehensive Integrated Inpatient Rehabilitation Program.