What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director - Therapy Services position at Palmdale Regional Medical Center?
Palmdale Regional Medical Center serves the region by providing high quality medical services to residents of the Antelope Valley, Santa Clarita Valley and surrounding communities. The Rehabilitation Institute, the hospital features 184 licensed acute care beds as well as inpatient and outpatient surgery, an Advanced Primary Stroke Center, cardiac services featuring a STEMI Receiving Center (heart attack) and a 35-bed 24-hour emergency department. Palmdale Regional Medical Center believes in "Community Service Excellence" and supports nonprofit agencies such as the American Cancer Society, United Way, the Antelope Valley Boys and Girls Club and performing arts organizations. Building a Healthier Community...Big Changes are already here!
This opportunity offers the following:
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
- Competitive compensation
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
- 401k plan with company match
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
- Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program
Essential Job Duties:
The Director of Rehabilitation/Therapy Services is responsible for the overall management of the Rehabilitation Services department, including Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Speech Therapy. Develops policies and procedures, directs and coordinates patient care services, and ensures adequate staffing for the Rehabilitation Services department.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited College or University in related field required.
- Master's degree from an accredited College or University in related field preferred.
- Five (5) to Seven (7) years of clinical experience in Rehabilitation Therapy required.
- Minimum three (3) years leadership experience in Rehabilitation Therapy required, acute care experience preferred.
- Current license as a Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist or Speech Pathologist/Therapist in the State of California.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR Certification through the American Heart Association.
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
