Job Summary:

The Director will manage the overall leadership and operation of the Surgical Institute of Reading (SIR) Physical Therapy center(s). The Director will provide one-on-one patient care, guide the clinical, support and clerical staff and ensure all standards and policies/procedures are followed.The Director will develop service line strategic objectives; identify growth opportunities; act as a liaison between the physician practices, hospital and ambulatory surgical center; and perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

The following description of the job responsibilities and performance expectations are intended to reflect the primary responsibilities of the job, but are not intended to describe all duties other responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.

Administrative

• Prepares annual operating budget, implements and monitors approved budgets, payroll, and other financial records in partnership with Senior Management.
• Promotes and maintains positive relationships within the center(s) with physicians, patients, families, and staff.
• Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of personnel management and ability to develop, motivate and maintain high performance work teams.
• Possesses effective team building, customer service focus, leadership and continuous process improvement skills.
• Investigates irregularities, policy violations, compliance issues, patient complaints and incident reports promptly.Implements and communicates appropriate corrective actions.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable regulatory standards, including, but not limited to, the PA Department of Health (DOH,) CMS (federal) and Joint Commission (TJC.)Keeps current with regulations and communicates changes in a timely manner.
• Provides direct patient care, as needed.
• Prepares all relevant reports including departmental volumes, productivity, performance improvement, utilization, etc.
• Develops strategies to ensure ongoing compliance by utilizing a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach
• Recommends staffing requirements by utilizing departmental productivity systems.Accountable for appropriate scheduling and staffing for all center(s.)
• Develops and administers departmental/service line policies, procedures and appropriate standards of care.
• Manages employee relations in accordance with Human Resource Policies and participates in new employee selection and orientation.
• Conducts regular departmental meetings with all staff.
• Promotes and encourages professional growth and development of employees through participation in seminars, conferences, continuing education, etc.
• Responsible for Human Resources functions (i.e. hiring, termination, employee performance reviews, counseling and disciplinary actions) in conjunction with Human Resources.
• Maintains professional affiliations to enhance professional growth and development and participates in strategic initiatives.
• Monitors departmental service line performance through analysis of clinical outcomes and implements changes needed to improve the service line while assuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Collaborates with leadership to achieve appropriate staff education for orientation, continuing education and competency programs for personal assigned.
• Participates and attends committee meetings and serves as a resource to other departments, as requested.
• Practices and adheres to the Code of Conduct and Mission Statement of USPI by demonstrating integrity and discretion in all job related matters.
• Other duties and/or special projects as assigned.

Occupational Exposure:

Category I exposure to blood borne pathogens, frequent exposure to chemical hazards

Physical demands/working conditions:

Must have ability to stand and/or walk for five hours per day.Ability to lift and/or carry, push and/or pull over 20 pounds on a regular basis. Some bending, stooping and stretching required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Communication:Ability to communicate orally and in writing with staff, patients, co-workers, and interdepartmentally. Clear and concise, verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer Service:Establishes and maintains long term customer relationships, building trust and respect by consistently meeting and exceeding expectations.
• Interpersonal skills:Able to work effectively with all employees, physicians, patients, families and vendors.
• Regulatory and Accreditation: Familiarity with DOH, CMS and TJC regulations pertaining to physical therapy service line.
• PC skills:Demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Initiative and Accountability:Detail-oriented, organized and able to work independently.Must prioritize and set expectations regarding project due dates.Possesses excellent organizational, troubleshooting and time management skills and ability to identify issues and proactively pursue practical solutions.
• Policies and Procedures:Demonstrates thorough knowledge and understanding of organizational policies, procedures, processes and systems

Education/Experience:

Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program. A Doctorate degree is preferred.
Must possess 5 years of clinical experience and 2 years of previous leadership experience.

Certificate/License:

Must be licensed in Pennsylvania.