JOB DESCRIPTION
Facility Name: Ascension Saint Thomas Rehabilitation Hospital
More about our team
Ascension Saint Thomas Rehabilitation Hospital is a 40- bed inpatient acute care rehabilitation hospital located in Nashville, Tennessee.
How you27ll contribute
ADirector of Therapywho 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.
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 andpart-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 we27re looking for
Applicants should have a current state licensure as a Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist or Speech and Language Pathologist in Tennessee in addition to:
- Minimum of three years of previous therapy management experience required.
- Demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate, evaluate and direct activities of clinical personnel.
CPR Certified
- Effective oral and written communication skills, in English with additional languages preferred.
- 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
