Therapy Program Director

Synchrony Rehab is seeking a licensed Therapy Program Director to LEAD our team Kingston Residence of Hickory, a dynamic and innovative Senior Living Community located in Hickory, NC!

We welcome applications from PT and OT candidates. Pay is determined by discipline and experience.

* Setting: Senior Living

*Schedule: Monday-Friday, No Weekend or Holidays!

*Hourly Rate: 44-50/hr + Biannual Bonus Plan

Weekly pay, health and dental after your first month, student loan repayment, a competitive 401(k) match, and more! Make a living while you make a difference at Synchrony Rehab - a senior living provider with the continuous goal of being the Best Healthcare Company in The Midwest.

Job Summary
The Therapy Program Director (PD) is responsible for directing clinical assessments, program development, quality improvement, and productivity enhancement in a flexible interdisciplinary environment in campus location/s, home health, and/or outpatient care.
Adheres to compliance with state licensure requirements and the company's policies and procedures, professional practices and ethical standards. Demonstrates accountability for and contributes to program development, quality improvement, problem solving and productivity enhancement in a flexible interdisciplinary environment.

Licenses and Certifications
Must have and maintain a current, valid state licensure in respective discipline
Current valid CPR certification, preferred

Qualifications
Education: Degree in Physical/ Occupational Therapy, or Physical/ Occupational Therapy Assistant, or Speech Language Pathology from an accredited program
Experience: Minimum 1 year experience in delivering skilled rehab services

Roles and Responsibilities
* Design and implement therapy programs and protocols that align with the facility's mission, goals, and standards of care.
* Supervise and mentor a team of therapists, providing guidance, support, and performance evaluations to ensure high-quality patient care.
* Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of therapy programs, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, accreditation requirements, and best practices.
* Oversee the allocation and management of resources, including staffing, equipment, and budget, to support the successful delivery of therapy services.
* Organize and facilitate ongoing training and professional development opportunities for therapy staff to enhance their skills and knowledge.
* Analyze program data and outcomes to identify areas for improvement and implement strategies to enhance program effectiveness and patient satisfaction.
* Meets the requirements of specific therapy discipline to deliver skilled rehab services within scope of credentials and/or license.
* Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
* Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements
Sitting, standing, bending, reaching, stretching, stooping, walking, and moving intermittently during working hours. Must be able to lift at least 50lbs. Must be able to maintain verbal and written communication with co-workers, supervisors, residents, family members, visitors, vendors, and all business associates outside of the health campus.

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* Competitive salaries and weekly pay
* 401(k) Company Match
* Mental Health Support Program
* Student Loan Repayment and Tuition Reimbursement
* Health, vision, dental & life insurance start on the first day of the month following your start date
* First time homebuyers' program
* HSA/FSA
* And so much more!

We believe in setting our employees up for success. That's why we believe in providing an orientation personalized to your work environment. Even when your orientation period ends, you can rest assured that the Synchrony team will always have your back.

As one of Fortune's Best Places to Work in Aging Services, a certified Great Place to Work, and one of Glassdoor's Top 100 Best Companies to Work, Synchrony is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to helping you reach your full potential and to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.

FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT STATE LAW REQUIRES A CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.