Lifepoint Health® · 7 hours ago
Program Director, Long Term Acute Care
709 Walnut St, Chattanooga, TN, 37402, US
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
3+ years expLifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care, and they are seeking a Program Director for their rehabilitation program at Kindred Hospital in Chattanooga, TN. The Program Director will be responsible for overseeing the total operation of the rehabilitation program, ensuring that company and client goals are met while promoting quality improvement and team development.
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Responsibilities
The incumbent shall be responsible for the total operation of the rehabilitation program
The incumbent plans, directs and coordinates program activities to ensure that company and client goals are met
The incumbent shall also be accountable for and contribute to program development, quality improvement and problem solving, and productivity enhancement in a flexible interdisciplinary fashion
Ensure for program staffing, team supervision, and development. Team may include roles of Medical Director, Nurse Manager, Therapist, Social Worker, Community Relations Coordinator, Clinical Coordinator, Admissions Coordinator and others as assigned
Promote adherence to policies and practices of applicable professional organizations, client hospital and Lifepoint
Supervise the development of improved efficiency and productivity of facility/unit clinical/administrative functions
Communicate and demonstrate a professional image/attitude for patients, families, clients, coworkers and others
Participate in continuing education/professional development activities
Assures that all patient care activities are performed according to the company policies and procedures and all applicable state and federal laws and regulatory agencies
Develop facility/unit operating and capital budget with client institution
Develop facility/unit operating and capital budget with Lifepoint (not in consultation with client hospital)
Develops and ensures implementation of a program of professional and community relations in collaboration with client hospital Marketing Department
Monitor referral/admission process
Develop and implement program public relations plan
Maintain positive working relationship with client organization
Maintain customer service program on unit and in hospital
Ensures the facility/unit has a comprehensive quality management program
Quality management activities are data driven
Utilize corporate program consultant
Participate in facility/unit safety committee activities
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a clinical discipline or healthcare management required
Minimum of 3 years in rehab leadership or administration
Valid clinical license as applicable by state
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Current state clinical licensure (Physical Therapy is preferred)
Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
Company
Lifepoint Health®
Lifepoint Health is a leading healthcare provider that serves patients, clinicians, communities and partner organizations across the healthcare continuum.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.9B2024-05-09Debt Financing· $800M
2023-09-29Debt Financing· $1.1B
2018-07-23Acquired
Leadership Team
Jason Zachariah
Chief Operating Officer/EVP
Jennifer Peters
Executive Vice President Chief Administrative and Legal Officer
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