Director of Rehab (DOR) (Finance)
Join Our Passionate and Purposeful In-House Therapy Team!
Director of Rehab: Salaried Position for Occupational Therapist
Apply at: www.teamavamere.com
We are seeking a Director of Rehab ( Occupational Therapist - PT and SLP also considered ) to join our team in Medford, OR. As a DOR with Avamere Rehab, you will join a team with a culture and mission to enhance the life of every person we serve. Avamere Rehab provides in-house therapy in our Avamere Living communities throughout Oregon and Washington. Avamere Living began in 1995 and has grown to become the industry leader in the Pacific Northwest for Skilled Nursing and Post-Acute Care. At Avamere our rehab professionals build lasting relationships with patients & residents, their families, and fellow team members. If you are interested in Full-time, Part-time, or PRN opportunities, please contact us or apply for this position.
Join our 91-bed skilled nursing facility with an amazing rehab space, including a fully equipped kitchen for modalities.
Reasons to Join Avamere Rehab:
- In-House Therapy
- Collaborative Team Approach with All Departments
- Therapist-Run
- Compliance & Regulatory Management and Education
- Manageable Productivity Expectations
- Flexible Schedule Options
- Two Full-time Status Options (30 or 40-hour workweek)
- Career Advancement & Development
- New Hire & New to Setting Mentorship & Training
- Tuition Assistance
- Benefits Start 1st of Month (medical/dental/vision)
- Comprehensive Benefit Offerings Include: FSA, CERA, Life, AD&D, STD, LTD & more
- Generous PTO Plan Accrual Starts Day 1
- 401k Retirement Plan w/ Employer Match
- Continuing Education-CEUs
- Employee Assistance Program- Counseling, Coaching, Legal & more
- Access Up to 50% Net Income Before Payday
- Numerous Employee Discounts & Wellness Program
Key Responsibilities:
- Directly supervises and guides all therapy personnel in an assigned facility, including, but not limited to, licensed, registered, certified therapists, assistants, aides, and students
- Daily scheduling for the department staff to meet the needs of the facility
- Providing direct care and working with supervisor to determine appropriate caseload in tandem with management responsibilities
- Assures that the rehabilitation needs of the residents are met
- Periodically reviews the therapy services offered and providing updates to meet the standards of the changing environment
- Represents the rehabilitation department during clinical meetings (PPS, Medicare)
- Adherence to all regulatory standards as they pertain to the delivery of rehabilitation services
- Ensures that all clinical documentation is complete and timely, and accurately reflects the services provided
- Completes chart audits to ensure compliance as required
- Coordinates denials management activities of the department to ensure that claims are timely and/or appeals timely and in accordance with company procedure
- Meets and or exceeds the productivity standards as established with supervisor
- Ensures that the services delivered are of the highest quality and meet all standards of practice
- Implements new treatment programs
- Monitors treatment programs for outcomes and adjusts plans of care in accordance
- Assures that the department follows the established policies and procedures of the facility and the company
- Approves timecards and time worked by the department personnel
Qualifications:
- Graduate of an approved curriculum in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy or Speech Language Pathology
- Able to practice unencumbered
- In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards
- Possess a minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience as a licensed therapist
- Working knowledge of Medicare and other payer sources
- Full knowledge of resident's rights
- Exudes professionalism in presentation
- Ability to multitask
- Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English
- CPR certification
