Director of physical therapy job description
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Example director of physical therapy requirements on a job description
Director of physical therapy requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in director of physical therapy job postings.
Sample director of physical therapy requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy
- Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy/Healthcare Management
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in physical therapy
- Current state license to practice
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite and EMR software
Sample required director of physical therapy soft skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to lead and mentor staff
- Adaptable to changing work demands
- Commitment to quality patient care
Director of physical therapy job description example 1
Alliance Physical Therapy director of physical therapy job description
Full-time Outpatient Clinic Director/Physical Therapist
SOL Physical Therapy- Walnut Creek, CA
Are you a physical therapy leader who is self-motivated and passionate about patient care? Join a company whose focus is to change people's lives by providing pain relief and improving their quality of life.
We are looking for a Clinic Director/licensed Physical Therapist for our De Novo clinic located in Walnut Creek, CA who is ready to grow in the field of physical therapy and help grow our company.
What sets us apart?
Our focus is on delivering exceptional results and services, learning new techniques, advancing our capabilities, and of course, having an exceptional team environment! Our expanding practice provides ample opportunities for further education and career advancement.
Be a part of something bigger.
SOL Physical Therapy is an Alliance Physical Therapy Partner. This means that we're a part of a nationwide network of outpatient physical therapy clinics that focus on providing outstanding care for our patients. If you're interested in joining a team of world-class therapists to get people back to their active lives we have a place for you.
What is expected?
Directs patient care and supervision of care including evaluation, assessment and planning, to insure proper case management. Provides therapy to patients maintaining the highest standards of quality and efficiency. Directly supervises therapists and other clinical staff within the office. Manages the staffing schedule of the clinic, approves timecards, PTO requests and maintains an appropriate staff mix and coverage levels. Identifies staff development opportunities and facilitates learning and development to advance clinical skills. Recruits, selects and retains clinical and support staff. Advances the growth of the clinic by actively supporting the company mission and goals. Develops and implements a systematic marketing plan which includes making sales calls to physicians, nurses, clinicians and other potential referral sources. Provides educational marketing programs for referral sources, area businesses, and the general community. Analyzes patient satisfaction survey feedback to understand how to improve services. Communicates with referral sources by providing regular feedback regarding patient progress. Graduate of an accredited program in Physical therapy. Licensed or eligible in the state of practice. Three or more years' experience as a practicing therapist with knowledge of what is required to run a successful clinic. Previous supervisory experience is preferred. This list of duties is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that senior management may deem necessary.
What are some of the benefits of the job?
We have a competitive benefit package with medical, dental, vision and life just to name a few. There is paid time off, paid holidays and 401k match.
This is Our Vision:
At Alliance Physical Therapy Partners, we're building a legacy of helping great people achieve great things. Our core values are integrity, service, empowerment, passion and growth. Alliance is not only focused on partnering with physical therapy practice owners, we are concerned with the wellness of our patients, and helping industrial worksites prevent onsite injury. We aim at becoming the leading physical therapy network in the country by delivering superior, quality and compassionate service to our partners and patients alike.
SOL Physical Therapy- Walnut Creek, CA
Are you a physical therapy leader who is self-motivated and passionate about patient care? Join a company whose focus is to change people's lives by providing pain relief and improving their quality of life.
We are looking for a Clinic Director/licensed Physical Therapist for our De Novo clinic located in Walnut Creek, CA who is ready to grow in the field of physical therapy and help grow our company.
What sets us apart?
Our focus is on delivering exceptional results and services, learning new techniques, advancing our capabilities, and of course, having an exceptional team environment! Our expanding practice provides ample opportunities for further education and career advancement.
Be a part of something bigger.
SOL Physical Therapy is an Alliance Physical Therapy Partner. This means that we're a part of a nationwide network of outpatient physical therapy clinics that focus on providing outstanding care for our patients. If you're interested in joining a team of world-class therapists to get people back to their active lives we have a place for you.
What is expected?
Directs patient care and supervision of care including evaluation, assessment and planning, to insure proper case management. Provides therapy to patients maintaining the highest standards of quality and efficiency. Directly supervises therapists and other clinical staff within the office. Manages the staffing schedule of the clinic, approves timecards, PTO requests and maintains an appropriate staff mix and coverage levels. Identifies staff development opportunities and facilitates learning and development to advance clinical skills. Recruits, selects and retains clinical and support staff. Advances the growth of the clinic by actively supporting the company mission and goals. Develops and implements a systematic marketing plan which includes making sales calls to physicians, nurses, clinicians and other potential referral sources. Provides educational marketing programs for referral sources, area businesses, and the general community. Analyzes patient satisfaction survey feedback to understand how to improve services. Communicates with referral sources by providing regular feedback regarding patient progress. Graduate of an accredited program in Physical therapy. Licensed or eligible in the state of practice. Three or more years' experience as a practicing therapist with knowledge of what is required to run a successful clinic. Previous supervisory experience is preferred. This list of duties is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that senior management may deem necessary.
What are some of the benefits of the job?
We have a competitive benefit package with medical, dental, vision and life just to name a few. There is paid time off, paid holidays and 401k match.
This is Our Vision:
At Alliance Physical Therapy Partners, we're building a legacy of helping great people achieve great things. Our core values are integrity, service, empowerment, passion and growth. Alliance is not only focused on partnering with physical therapy practice owners, we are concerned with the wellness of our patients, and helping industrial worksites prevent onsite injury. We aim at becoming the leading physical therapy network in the country by delivering superior, quality and compassionate service to our partners and patients alike.
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Director of physical therapy job description example 2
Symbria director of physical therapy job description
Overview: Are you a
Physical Therapist (PT)
with a desire to impact the lives of the older adult population? If so, our Rehab Team at
Covenant Home Health
is seeking its next
Part-Time
employee-owner team member. Responsibilities: As a
Physical Therapist (PT)
, you will establish appropriate goals and creatively execute the treatment plans along with supervision of the Physical Therapist Assistants. As a member of our interdisciplinary team, you will be required to maintain productivity standards and complete required documentation. More importantly, you will help your patients achieve critical outcomes while acting as a trusted partner to the community you serve. Qualifications:
Why work for us?
We are a
100% employee-owned company through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
You, along with your co-workers, have an ownership stake in this company
! For more than 20 years, Symbria has been providing an outstanding work environment for talented employees to deliver patient-centered care to the geriatric population in senior-living and post-acute settings.
Symbria's Talent Team handles candidate communication directly rather than utilizing outside agencies; if interested in this role, direct application to the job posting and contact with a Symbria talent team member is recommended.
EOE
#Sym22
Physical Therapist (PT)
with a desire to impact the lives of the older adult population? If so, our Rehab Team at
Covenant Home Health
is seeking its next
Part-Time
employee-owner team member. Responsibilities: As a
Physical Therapist (PT)
, you will establish appropriate goals and creatively execute the treatment plans along with supervision of the Physical Therapist Assistants. As a member of our interdisciplinary team, you will be required to maintain productivity standards and complete required documentation. More importantly, you will help your patients achieve critical outcomes while acting as a trusted partner to the community you serve. Qualifications:
- Be a graduate of an accredited school for Physical Therapists.
- Hold a valid or pending (for newer graduates) state license.
- It's great to have had acute care, long-term care and/or rehabilitation experience but not always required!
Why work for us?
We are a
100% employee-owned company through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
You, along with your co-workers, have an ownership stake in this company
! For more than 20 years, Symbria has been providing an outstanding work environment for talented employees to deliver patient-centered care to the geriatric population in senior-living and post-acute settings.
- 100% employee-owned company through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan, also known as an ESOP. You, along with your co-workers, have an ownership stake in this company!
- Competitive compensation
- ESOP retirement plan
- 401(k) & Roth 401(k) plans
- Employee Assistance Program
- Full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short/long term disability, flexible spending accounts (FSA), Paid Time Off (PTO) and Yearly Tuition Reimbursement.
Symbria's Talent Team handles candidate communication directly rather than utilizing outside agencies; if interested in this role, direct application to the job posting and contact with a Symbria talent team member is recommended.
EOE
#Sym22
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Director of physical therapy job description example 3
Community Health Systems director of physical therapy job description
**_This is a full time Director of Outpatient Physical Therapy and Cardiac Rehab for Northwest Medical Center._**
As an organization leader, this position shares accountability for facilitating organizational and department goals using effective leadership knowledge, skills and abilities that ensure achievement of expected results for patient/customer service, employee engagement, financial health, business growth and quality and safety outcomes.
Directs and coordinates the policies, objectives, initiatives, and programs for the delivery of physical therapy programs to patients. Oversees the performance of the physical therapy staff. Ensures the physical therapy division follows regulatory compliance requirements and standard procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
**Education**
**Required:** Bachelors degree required in Physical, Occupation, Speech Therapy.
**Preferred:** Masters degree.
**Experience**
**Required:** Five (5) years of equivalent professional experience in area of expertise. Three (3) years supervisory/management responsibilities.
**License/Certification**
**Required:** Current License in Physical, Occupational, or Speech Therapy. American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification.
_Northwest Medical Center is comprised of a 300-bed hospital, three urgent care facilities, a freestanding emergency center and a large physician group, offering you a variety of settings in which to work. Every location is dedicated to providing safe, quality patient care, but more than that is the commitment to employees. It strives to provide a culture of teamwork, respect and appreciation for all staff, whether they care for patients directly or work in a support role. With employee appreciation celebrations throughout the year, opportunities for growth and the satisfaction that you are part of a hospital leading the way with accessible, convenient healthcare in Tucson, Northwest is a great place to work. NMC is accredited by The Joint Commission and is an equal opportunity employer: race, gender, disability and Veteran status, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor - priority referral Protected Veterans requested._
**Qualifications**
**Education**
**Required**
+ Bachelors or better
**Licenses & Certifications**
**Required**
+ C-AHA BLS Basic Cardiac
**Experience**
**Required**
+ 3 years: Three (3) years supervisory/management responsibilities.
+ 5 years: Five (5) years of equivalent professional experience in area of expertise
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
As an organization leader, this position shares accountability for facilitating organizational and department goals using effective leadership knowledge, skills and abilities that ensure achievement of expected results for patient/customer service, employee engagement, financial health, business growth and quality and safety outcomes.
Directs and coordinates the policies, objectives, initiatives, and programs for the delivery of physical therapy programs to patients. Oversees the performance of the physical therapy staff. Ensures the physical therapy division follows regulatory compliance requirements and standard procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
**Education**
**Required:** Bachelors degree required in Physical, Occupation, Speech Therapy.
**Preferred:** Masters degree.
**Experience**
**Required:** Five (5) years of equivalent professional experience in area of expertise. Three (3) years supervisory/management responsibilities.
**License/Certification**
**Required:** Current License in Physical, Occupational, or Speech Therapy. American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification.
_Northwest Medical Center is comprised of a 300-bed hospital, three urgent care facilities, a freestanding emergency center and a large physician group, offering you a variety of settings in which to work. Every location is dedicated to providing safe, quality patient care, but more than that is the commitment to employees. It strives to provide a culture of teamwork, respect and appreciation for all staff, whether they care for patients directly or work in a support role. With employee appreciation celebrations throughout the year, opportunities for growth and the satisfaction that you are part of a hospital leading the way with accessible, convenient healthcare in Tucson, Northwest is a great place to work. NMC is accredited by The Joint Commission and is an equal opportunity employer: race, gender, disability and Veteran status, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor - priority referral Protected Veterans requested._
**Qualifications**
**Education**
**Required**
+ Bachelors or better
**Licenses & Certifications**
**Required**
+ C-AHA BLS Basic Cardiac
**Experience**
**Required**
+ 3 years: Three (3) years supervisory/management responsibilities.
+ 5 years: Five (5) years of equivalent professional experience in area of expertise
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024