Area Therapy Director

Description

Job Summary: The Area Therapy Director is responsible for overseeing the clinical and administrative operations of multiple occupational healthcare clinics. This role involves a blend of clinical duties (60%) and administrative responsibilities (40%), ensuring high-quality patient care, effective staff management, and the achievement of key performance indicators (KPIs). The Area Therapy Director will travel regularly to various clinic locations to maintain standards, support staff, and drive operational excellence.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical:

· Provide direct patient care, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning.

· Ensure compliance with clinical protocols and standards of care.

· Mentor and support clinical staff, fostering professional development and clinical excellence.

· Conduct regular clinical audits to maintain high standards of patient care.

· Address complex clinical cases and provide expert guidance to therapists.

Administrative:

· Oversee the daily operations of multiple clinics, ensuring efficient and effective service delivery.

· Manage staffing levels, including recruitment, onboarding, training, and retention of clinical and administrative staff.

· Monitor and manage clinic performance against KPIs, implementing improvement plans as necessary.

· Develop and implement policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency and patient satisfaction.

· Manage the employee life cycle, including performance evaluations, professional development, and succession planning.

· Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.

Multisite Responsibilities:

· Regularly travel to assigned clinics to provide on-site support and supervision.

· Conduct site visits to assess clinic operations, identify areas for improvement, and implement best practices.

· Foster a collaborative and cohesive team environment across all clinic locations.

· Serve as a liaison between clinic staff and senior management, ensuring effective communication and alignment with organizational goals.

 

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: 

· Proven experience managing multiple clinic locations.

· Strong understanding of healthcare regulations and compliance.

· Minimum 5 years of clinical experience with at least 2 years in a leadership role.

· Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

· Ability to travel regularly to various clinic locations.

· Experience with KPI management and performance improvement initiatives.

· Proficiency in electronic health care records (EHR) systems.

· Strong problem-solving and decision making abilities.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

 Education, Licenses, Certifications

· Master's degree in Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, or a related field.

· Current state licensure as a therapist.