Director of Rehabilitation (DOR) Maplewood (Jackson)

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Ahava Therapy Services provides Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy services. We are committed to providing innovative care to our patients through Teamwork and Interdisciplinary collaboration utilizing evidence-based therapies designed to address each patient's needs. We aim to maximize our patients' potential while improving their quality of life.

To lead the revolution in therapy services using our knowledge, art, and skill inherent in the profession while demonstrating respect and compassion for the individual patient.

We hire therapists who share our vision, working diligently to restore function while preventing further decline in patients' ability to perform daily meaningful tasks. This person must demonstrate strong observation skills, strong verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work closely with others in a manner essential to delivering the highest level of care to all patients.

Ahava Therapy Services is hiring the Director of Rehab for Maplewood Health Care and Rehabilitation in Jackson. Maplewood is a 156-bed Skilled Nursing Facility offering a dedicated team of therapists to its short- and long-term residents.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement therapy programs and services that meet the needs of patients and are consistent with the healthcare organization's mission and values

Provide leadership and guidance to therapy staff, including hiring, training, and performance evaluations.

Manage the day-to-day operations of the therapy department, ensuring that services are delivered in a timely, efficient, and patient-centered manner.

Develop and manage budgets for the therapy department, ensuring that resources are allocated appropriately and in accordance with organizational priorities.

Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and treatment plans.

Develop and maintain relationships with external stakeholders, such as insurance companies, referral sources, and community organizations.

Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards for therapy services.

Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of therapy programs and services and make recommendations for improvements.

Stay up to date with developments in therapy research, technology, and best practices, and incorporate them into therapy programs and services as appropriate.

Qualifications

Graduate of an approved Physical Therapy / Assistant, Occupational Therapy / Assistant, or Speech Program

Current license or eligible for support under statutes in the state of practice.

Must have BLS CPR certification upon hiring or obtained during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Benefits

Competitive pay, Daily pay, Medical, Dental, Vision, Short / Long Term Disability, Ancillary insurance, FSA, PTO, Free Birthday Holiday, Holiday Pay, Free Life Insurance, 401K with Company Match, and Free CEUs through MedBridge.