Rehabilitation Services Supervisor

 LHAAMC or LHDCMC

Director of Rehab Services

Exempt

The Rehabilitation Services Supervisor works with the Rehab Director and Manager in the coordination of daily operations at LHAAMC or LDCMC.  Supervises a multi-disciplinary team of therapists and aides, leading within Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Speech Language Pathology scope of practice, ensuring adequate staffing and compliance with policies, regulatory standards, and best clinical practices.  Provides therapy services according to departmental standards. 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions 

1. Conducts therapeutic interventions and documents according to established departmental policies and procedures.
2. Participates in program development and trains staff in these areas as necessary.
3. Assists in budget projection and adherence to budget including monitoring and tracking of departmental productivity.
4. Promotes a culture of continuous performance improvement in the Rehabilitation Department through utilization of a strategic, root cause analysis methodology and interdisciplinary decision making.
5. Consults with and serves as a resource for physicians, nursing staff, and other clinicians to increase knowledge of Rehab Services for patients of all ages.
6. Participates in clinical pathways and/or interdisciplinary meetings and provides intra and inter-departmental in-service training when indicated.
7. Assists in developing a safe and efficient staffing matrix including daily scheduling and time-off approval.
8. Conducts interviews, and oversees staff orientation, competency assessments and annual performance reviews.
9. Provides technical supervision, direction, and support to staff Therapists, Therapist Assistants, Rehab Aides, students, and volunteers.
10. Performs other duties as assigned and deemed necessary to support department operations.

The minimum level of education and experience for this position includes:

• Bachelor of Science degree or Associates Degree within rehabilitation services field.
• Three years of acute care or related experience.
• Preferred: Prior supervisory experience.

• Current license in a rehabilitation services field supported by the Maryland Board.
• Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS CPR certification.

There is a reasonable expectation that employees in this position will be exposed to blood-borne pathogens.

Physical Demands – Heavy lifting

The physical demands and work environment that have been described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

The above job description is an overview of the functions and requirements for this position.  This document is not intended to be an exhaustive list encompassing every duty and requirement of this position; your supervisor may assign other duties as deemed necessary