Main Function:

Assumes the responsibility of coordinating the Therapy Services including daily operations under the supervision of the Administrator. Acts as a liaison/representative for therapy services between all other A Pineywoods entities and outside sources to enhance and expedite client care.

Essential Tasks :

Receive request and/or inquiries for therapy from Clinical Supervisory RNs regarding PT, OT, and ST determining if the agency can meet the needs of the client with current staff. Coordinates with Parent/Branch Supervisory RNs, CCMs, or Administration as needed to determine acceptability of client admission. Receive information regarding all new clients accepted Coordinate with contract therapy companies including making referrals for care and scheduling. This includes communication via email, phone and fax. Coordinate with onstaff therapists and therapy assistants to schedule visits appropriately. Ensuring all re evaluations are done within 30 days and care is initiated timely per agency policy. Maintain therapy patient lists and teams Ensure therapists see patients in their area of coverage to ensure efficiencies are recognized. Coordinate with other therapists both onstaff and contract to meet patients needs and resolve scheduling issues. Contact clients to ensure appointment time allotted is acceptable to the client prior to the therapy initial visit. Receive contract therapy visit documentation for inclusion in the EMR. Ensures all contract therapy documentation is received timely. Coordinate with the QAPI division to ensure contract therapist documentation is received and any corrections are completed timely. Assist Human Resources in ensure agency requested documents ar received timely and maintained. Any other duties assigned maintaining agency teamwork attitude and perception. Complies reports for the Administrator when requested. Validates contract agency invoices by comparing to the documentation submitted. Brings any discrepancies to the attention of the administrator before the invoice is paid. Codes all invoices appropriately for finance. Assist the CCM in scheduling or coordinate the initial and annual therapist evaluations as directed by the Human Resource Department.

Education and Experience:

One year of experience in a Long Term Care home setting is preferred, but not required. Demonstrated ability or education in the same areas is preferred. Graduate of high school or GED equivalent.

Minimum Tools and Equipment Required:

Computer, office phone, fax machine, pen, automobile and home telephone.

Skills and Abilities:

Is able to work in various environments. Is able to work as scheduled and report to work on time. Is able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds. Is able to push and pull up to 100 pounds. Has good manual dexterity. Is able to take notes up to 5-6 hours a day. Has good visual acuity. Must be able to analyze situations. Can handle multi-tasks and multi-deadlines. Handles emergency situations well. Is able to work in a stressful environment and recognize the need for self-relief. Has excellent guest relation skills. Follow Universal Precautions as required. Is able to operate an automobile and travel up to 50-100 miles a day. Has excellent planning and organizational skills. Has excellent time management skills. Communicates well orally and in writing. Has access to personal transportation. Complies with departmental policies and procedures. Must have sound judgment and initiative. Maintain a current Basic Life Support certification.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$16.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person