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Clinical Therapy Director

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Clinical Therapy Director

Job Overview

Duties and Responsibilities

Office Responsibilities

  • Implements policies and procedures for therapy division, models and maintains standards of best practice
  • Ensures compliance with all State and Federal regulations, Medicaid/Medicare regulations, and MGA policies and procedures
  • Promotes growth of the therapy program through supervision of hiring, training and retention of quality therapists
  • Oversees therapy productivity and fosters effective management of staff and resources across therapy disciplines in conjunction with Therapy Operations Manager
  • Oversees therapy administrative support staff in conjunction with Therapy Operations Manager
  • Performs evaluations and treatment visits, maintains a small caseload to preserve clinical skills
  • Assists with data collection for chart for ongoing quality assurance and performance improvement
  • Completes annual reviews, provides guidance and support for Therapy Clinical Supervisors, and assists with counseling and corrective action plans with field staff as needed
  • Coordinates with and participates in marketing efforts for the acquisition of new referrals and recruiting of new therapists and maintaining of positive relationships with community resources
  • Provides guidance, mentorship, and education to therapy employees and community, and encourages ongoing communication to support the mission of the company
  • Communicates and collaborates with Account Manager and Senior Leadership regularly to report therapy program status
  • Oversees the creation and coordination of therapy in services and educational programs
  • Assists with coordination of precepting and training programs for therapy students
  • Other duties as assigned and discussed with Director of Clinical Services
  • Supports and executes the mission, ethics, and goals of the company effectively.
    • Represents themselves in a positive and professional manner in the company and community.
    • Adheres to dress code with a clean and neat professional appearance.
    • Reports on time and as scheduled in order to complete work within designated time.
    • Adhere to all company policies and procedures outlined in Employee Handbook, Employee Agreement, or communicated from executive team.


Clinical Manager Oversight

  • Making patient and personnel assignments;
  • Coordinating patient care;
  • Coordinating referrals;
  • Assuring that patient needs are continually assessed; and
  • Assuring the development, implementation, and updates of the individualized plan of care.


Leadership Skills

  • Experienced team leader and team builder
  • Effectively mentors and develops others
  • Critical thinking skills and effective decision maker
  • Holds self and others accountable
  • Ability to delegate tasks
  • Excellent communicator
  • Organized, focused, and productive
  • Emotional intelligence and even temperament
  • Genuine, trustworthy, and reliable
  • High ethical standards and strong work ethic
  • Creative, innovative, and inspiring
  • Exceptional professionalism
  • Confident, independent, and shows initiative
  • Goals and results driven
  • Positive, energetic, and compassionate
  • Facilitates cooperation, collaboration, and good professional relationships
  • Provides and receives constructive feedback effectively
  • Good, sound judgment and problem-solving skills

Requirements

  • Education: Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree in an accredited Therapy discipline
  • Licensure:
  • Current State License in good standing as an Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, or Speech-Language Pathologist
  • Current Driver’s license and automobile insurance
  • Minimum of 5 years Professional experience as a licensed Therapist
  • Minimum of 3 years Pediatric, Supervisory and Home Health experience.
  • Skills: Clinical expertise in discipline and able to mentor others
    • Current BLS/CPR
    • Good interpersonal skills and high level of integrity
    • Team builder and team player
    • Strong written and oral communication skills

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EEO Statement:

MGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.