Assistant Director of Therapy-PTA

Assistant Director of Therapy-PTA Rivetus Rehabilitation - 2.5 Southfield, MI Job Details Full-time 4 hours ago Benefits Continuing education credits License reimbursement Paid holidays Health insurance Paid time off 401(k) matching Qualifications Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant Full Job Description Join the Rivetus Team! Rivetus has been serving the geriatric post-acute community since 1998. We are a specialized rehabilitation company operated and managed at the executive level by licensed clinicians. Our unique perspective combines superior knowledge of the healthcare regulatory industry with a passion for positive patient outcomes. We incorporate solid business practices with skill and compassion to provide superior service, expedite healing, and enhance the quality of life for patients recovering in skilled nursing facilities.

Facility Location:

The Lakeland Center- 26900 Franklin Road Southfield, MI 48033

Schedule:

Full Time, Monday-Friday General Summary:

Under the direction of the Director of Therapy, assumes delegated responsibility and accountability for the provision of rehabilitation services according to professional standards of practice in compliance with state and federal laws and regulations.

Your Responsibilities:

Provides leadership and direction to interdisciplinary team for patient discharge planning, following Medicare guidelines. Reviews clinical documentation (including MDS Assessments) in relation to Medicare guidelines, discharge planning and insurance requirements. Provides leadership and problem solves issues related to the provision of rehabilitation services. Provides direct patient care, in area of professional expertise/discipline meeting the clinical and State of Michigan regulatory requirements and as outlined in the discipline specific job description. Supervises the rehabilitation department in the absence of the Director of Therapy. Strong written and communication skills to develop reports, correspondence and analysis. Strong verbal communication skills to educate, influence and support rehabilitation staff and other disciplines. Strong leadership skills. Strong customer relations skills. Working knowledge of budgeting and financial reporting. Ability to exercise mature judgment and initiative in analyzing problems and recommending solutions to provide effective rehabilitation services. Ability to understand and react effectively to the needs of the various clinical age populations significant to everyday practice, evidenced through academic/clinical education and training and/or experience. Ability to travel periodically to various work facilities, providing own transportation.

Required Qualifications:

Successful completion of a Physical Therapist Assistant program.

Employee Benefits:

Competitive Pay Healthcare and Supplemental Insurance Options Paid Time Off 401(K) with

Company Match Continuing Education Reimbursement Professional License Fee Reimbursement Requirements:

Physical Therapy Assistant Licensure Req Benefits:

Competitive Pay Healthcare and Supplemental Insurance Options Paid Time Off Holiday Pay 401(K) with Company Match Continuing Education Reimbursement Professional License Fee Reimbursement