Program Manager (Rehab)Posted: October 30, 2009
The Program Manager is responsible for the efficient management of rehabilitation services in his/her assigned account(s). This position also assists in integration of rehabilitation services in all settings. The Program Manager ensures that the highest standard of rehabilitation services is delivered and maintained. RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES: 1. Assumes responsibility for the efficient and profitable management of rehabilitation services in assigned site(s) of service. 2. Assumes responsibility for insuring departmental compliance with all regulatory and practice act requirements. 3. Operationally manages GRS personnel and consultants within facility or home care contracts. 4. Supervises Genesis Rehabilitation Services personnel and consultants providing service within facility or home care contracts. 5. Assumes responsibility for annual merit evaluation of therapy staff. 6. Assumes responsibility for hiring/terminating therapy staff (with approval from Area Director). 7. Assumes responsibility for daily staffing and utilization with input from treating therapists, consideration of clinical requirements, and recommendations from the CS. 8. Administers financial controls of revenue and expenses. 9. Assumes responsibility for facility reports on a weekly and monthly basis. 10. Assists Area Director in annual budget preparation. 11. Assumes responsibility for meeting annual budget goals as set by Area Director. 12. Supports the delivery of the highest standard of rehab services through appropriate utilization of resources, the promotion of clinical programs, and staff development in collaboration with licensed therapists, the AD and the CS. 13. Promotes all Genesis Health Care products and services whenever possible. 14. Assists Area Director in identifying and securing new contracts. 15. Ensures that the clinical management of the rehab department, including oversight related to case management, quality improvement, care planning, clinical utilization, and patient identification is overseen. 16. Performs other related duties as required. 1. The Program Manager position requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a rehabilitation discipline. Masters is preferred. 2. Additionally, the Program Manager must have three years direct patient care experience and one year of management experience. 3. A thorough knowledge of Medicare and third party billing is also required. 24516
Please refer to job code 24516 when responding to this ad.
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