Manager - Outpatient Physical Therapist
Medical Solutions Direct Hire
Auburn, IN
5x8 hrs, Days

THERAPY DEPARTMENT MANAGER – SLP, PT OR OT

Salary Range: $107,764.80 – $172,411.20

Position Requirements

This position can be filled by a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), Physical Therapist (PT), or Occupational Therapist (OT).

Education

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP):

• Minimum of a Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from a school accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA).

Physical Therapist (PT):

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy.
• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree if graduated prior to 1/1/2016.
• Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) required if graduated after 1/1/2016.
• International candidates must be graduates of an accredited school and possess a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy.
• Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree preferred.

Occupational Therapist (OT):

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy.
• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree if graduated before 1/1/2002.
• Master's Degree required if graduated after 1/1/2002.
• International candidates must be graduates of an accredited school and possess a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Master's Degree preferred.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Experience & Skills

• Minimum of three years of professional experience as a Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds independently and participate in shared lifting of up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to manage daily therapy department operations and staff.
• Ability to facilitate program development and growth.
• Ability to provide therapy services within the scope of the individual's professional licensure.

License & Certification

• Must hold or be eligible to obtain a Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or Speech-Language Pathologist license in the state where services will be provided.
• State licensure must be obtained within the first 90 days of employment.
• SLPs must hold a Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from ASHA.
• CPR certification required or must be obtained within the first 90 days of employment.
• Must maintain all professional licenses and certifications in accordance with expiration requirements.
• APTA, AOTA, or ASHA membership preferred.
• If assigned to drive a company vehicle, a valid driver's license is required.
• If assigned to drive a personal vehicle, a valid driver's license and proof of insurance are required.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR SUBMISSION OR PLACEMENT

• Not specified

JOB DESCRIPTION

Role Overview

The Therapy Department Manager oversees the daily operations of the therapy department at the assigned community hospital site. This position provides leadership and supervision to department staff while ensuring safe, high-quality therapy services are delivered to patients across all populations served.

The Therapy Department Manager is also responsible for facilitating program development and growth while providing direct therapy services within their individual area of professional licensure.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of the therapy department.
• Supervise and oversee therapy department staff.
• Ensure safe, effective, and high-quality patient care.
• Facilitate program development and department growth.
• Provide therapy services within the scope of professional licensure.
• Support and coordinate departmental operations to meet the needs of the patient population.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and support to therapy staff.
• Maintain compliance with applicable licensing, certification, and departmental requirements.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and maintain required credentials.

Hospital Assignment Details

• Assigned community hospital site.
• Specific hospital assignment not specified.

Unit / Facility Details

• Therapy Department
• Community hospital setting.

Patient Population

• All populations served by the assigned facility and therapy department.

Schedule (Shifts, Hours, Days, etc.)

• Not specified.

Travel & Logistics

• If assigned to drive a company vehicle, a valid driver's license is required.
• If assigned to drive a personal vehicle, proof of insurance is required in addition to a valid driver's license.

Exams Performed

• Not specified.

Additional Info

• Position may be filled by an SLP, PT, or OT.
• Education requirements vary based on discipline and graduation year.
• Previous supervisory experience is preferred.
• State licensure must be obtained within the first 90 days of employment if not already held.
• CPR certification must be maintained or obtained within the first 90 days of employment.
• Must maintain all required licenses and certifications throughout employment.

Salary

Salary Low: $107,764.80
Salary High: $172,411.20