Manager of Outpatient Therapy Services (PT, OTR, SLP, PTA or OTA )- FT Days | PAM Health New Albany

Overview

We are looking for a Manager of Outpatient Therapy Services to join our team and care for our diverse patient population. The ideal candidate will have prior inpatient hospital experience or a desire and commitment to learn.

 

At PAM Health, we care for chronically and critically ill patients who require extended hospital care. PAM Health has over 80 hospital locations and employs over 11,000 people across the country. Our teams work together to deliver the highest level of compassionate care ensuring the best possible outcome for our patients.

Responsibilities

The Manager of Outpatient Therapy Services is responsible for therapy department management, delivery, and coordination of services provided in an age-appropriate manner, consistent with the principles and practices of applicable therapy practice acts of the state where the hospital resides, the professional code of ethics, and the policies, procedures and guidelines of PAM Health. Manager of Therapy Services is responsible for department/administrative responsibilities and other related duties as assigned or requested. The Manager of Therapy Services is responsible for direct patient care for the population served in the inpatient outpatient therapy setting(s).

Qualifications

Education and Training: Current license as PT, OTR, SLP, PTA OR OTA in state where hospital resides required. Current BLS certification required.

Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of clinical/patient care experience required. Prior supervisory experience preferred.

• Ability to read and write the English Language.
• Ability to supervise personnel and to establish an environment which will optimize performance. Ability to develop positive working relationships with peers, supervisory management personnel and staff. Ability to communicate with patients and family members in establishing a favorable attitude and motivating them to desired cooperation and efforts.
• Numerical ability to understand and use statistical professional data and knowledge of clerical data.
• Ability to foresee future problems or outcomes. Develops and executes programs for maximal results.
• Understands the scientific basis of techniques used and utilization of current research to support evidence based practice.
• Acts in accordance with a well-developed sense of professional and ethical values.
• Ability to analyze and solve client rehabilitation needs.
• Patience for client contact. Creates activities and controls environment in order to stimulate client's desirable emotions.
• Able to function in repetitive and/or changing tasks with ease.
• Able to work and reason independently, logically, impartially and accurately.
• Able to provide leadership and direction within her/his duties for the optimal functioning of the team.
• Able to accept and utilize advice and constructive criticism.
• Openness and willingness to modify work style in order to meet patient and hospital or clinic needs.
• Willingness to assume more responsibility.

About PAM Health

PAM HEALTH (PAM) based in Enola, Pennsylvania, provides specialty healthcare services through more than 80 locations, as well as wound clinics and outpatient physical therapy locations, in 17 states. PAM Health is committed to providing high-quality patient care and outstanding customer service, coupled with the loyalty and dedication of highly trained staff, to be the most trusted source for post-acute services in every community it serves. Its mission is to serve people by providing compassionate, expert care, and to support recovery through education and research. Joining our PAMily allows you to work in a collaborative environment with colleagues and leadership with exposure to a variety of patient care levels. Aside from our competitive pay, generous paid benefit time, and excellent insurance options, you will also have opportunities for professional growth through our Education Advancement Program. We are excited to learn more about you and hope that you consider joining us on a shared mission to improve the lives of others by being an integral part of our We Care Program. Please take a moment to visit us online at www.PAMHealth.com for a comprehensive look at how we're able to positively impact our local communities.

 

PAM Health does not discriminate and does not permit discrimination, including, without limitation, bullying, abuse or harassment, on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or HIV status, or based on association with another person on account of that person's actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or HIV status.