Bachelor's degree in physical therapy, occupational therapy or speech therapy required.
Current state licensure in physical therapy, occupational therapy, or speech therapy required.
Three years of clinical experience in relevant therapy fields required; hospital experience preferred.
Effective communication skills with leadership and various stakeholders necessary.
Preferred skills in change leadership, performance management, and strategic thinking.
Responsibilities
Oversee daily operations of inpatient and outpatient therapy services.
Provide leadership and support to department staff.
Ensure compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards.
Maintain clinical competence across therapy staff.
Collaborate with Regional Director to optimize workflows and staff development.
Benefits
Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
Supportive work environment focused on quality patient care.
Access to continuing education resources.
Potential for collaboration across various therapy fields.
Full Job Description
Description
Management/Leadership Req #: 79829
Summary:
The Manager - Rehabilitation Services role is responsible for overseeing daily operations of inpatient and outpatient Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology, and other department services, providing leadership to department staff, and ensuring safe and quality patient care. This position is accountable for accreditation and regulatory compliance of therapy services, clinical competence of staff, and financial health of department. The Manager collaborates with the Regional Director to maintain efficient workflows, support staff development, and ensure adherence to hospital policies and evidence-based practices.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
Education: Bachelor's degree in physical therapy, occupational therapy or speech therapy required.
License/Certifications: Current state licensure in physical therapy, occupational therapy or speech therapy required.
Experience: Three years of clinical experience in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or Speech-Language Pathology required and experience in a hospital setting preferred. Leadership experience preferred.
Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of leadership, care team, providers, vendors, and state/regulatory agencies.
Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: Demonstrated leadership competencies including change leadership, performance management, strategic thinking, and team development.
If you have questions about this role, please contact [email protected]
About Maine Medical Center
Maine Medical Center is a 637-bed teaching hospital located in Portland, Maine. It is the largest hospital in northern New England, and serves as the tertiary referral center for Maine, as well as parts of Vermont and New Hampshire. The hospital is a Level One Trauma Center, and is also home to the Barbara Bush Children's Hospital, a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and the Maine Medical Center Research Institute.
