Cdd Rehab Therapy Supervisor

This position supervises clinical staff and students in the outpatient therapy services of Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology, and Audiology at the Center for Disabilities and Development. This position will maintain and evaluate current patient care programs, predicting the need for new programs, and implementing changes in present programs to ensure the quality of care. Assist in ensuring the delivery of high-quality care to patients while maintaining efficient and effective workflows by planning, organizing, and supervising the treatment of patients, manage daily operations and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
This position will also provide formal examination and evaluations, with the interpretation of findings and administer or recommend appropriate treatments for pediatric and adult patients with complex developmental/childhood-onset conditions or injuries. Provide empathetic and evidence-based interventions to improve physical, social, and intellectual abilities, promoting overall well-being. This position is 25% managerial and 75% clinical responsibilities.

• Assist in the development and maintenance of sound fiscal policy.
• Providing educational experiences to staff and students.
• Train therapists in new or revised work methods and procedures.
• Investigate and resolve problems encountered by patients, families, and other departmental customers.
• The primary area of responsibility is outpatient therapy for pediatric patients served through the Center for Disabilities and Development.
• Evaluates the performance and competencies of all assigned staff.
• Coordinate and collaborate with other providers and families as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Coordinate clinical education for physical therapy professional students.
• Plan and assign work for staff within the division.
• Assess compliance with accrediting organizations.
• Demonstrating the ability to set and accomplish divisional/departmental goals.
• Plans and carries out staff recruitment, orientation, and development.
• Lead department quality/process improvement activities and recommend opportunities for improvement in service quality.
• Maintaining a high level of clinical productivity.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of departmental policies and procedures.
• Examine problems and issues within rehabilitation medicine and within the health delivery system and recommend areas needing consideration within the department.
• Participate in the development of and conduct innovative clinical teaching activities to meet the learning needs of staff and students.
• Participate in the development of innovative clinical teaching activities to meet the learning needs of staff and students.
• Work to achieve optimal efficiency and effectiveness of clinical services.
• Provide quality patient care, evaluation, assessment, and treatment appropriate for patients with complex or specialized needs.
• Provide long-range planning and establish annual working objectives for the division.
• Manages the talents, strengths, and behaviors of everyone in a diverse work group, while providing each employee with the opportunity to contribute to the goals of the unit.
• Assist in budget planning and resource allocation, ensuring appropriate staffing levels and efficient utilization of equipment and supplies.
• Coordinate work and services between departments and assist in the resolution of intra-departmental and interdepartmental operating problems.
• Works to assure that all employees are respected and treated consistent with University policies in regard to equal employment opportunity and diversity.
• Coordinate and collaborate with other providers and families as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Promote a multidisciplinary approach to patient care and staff development.
• Assure that the clinical practice if of high quality and is provided according to established standards.
• Serving as a clinical resource.

Required Qualifications

• Experience with mobility assessment including wheelchair seating and equipment and assistive devices.
• Minimum of 3 years of rehabilitation experience in Occupational or Physical Therapy.
• A Master's degree or equivalent combination of clinical experience and education in a field related to the clinical practice of one of the professions represented (physical therapy or occupational therapy) within the department is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to demonstrate public speaking ability, positive interpersonal skills and ability to work as a member of and/or lead teams and work groups.
• Licensure in accordance with the Iowa Board of Physical and Occupational Therapy by the time of hire.
• Experience in evaluation and treatment of pediatric patients with developmental disabilities and diseases of childhood.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in leadership/management roles.
• Knowledge of University and UIHC policies, procedures and regulations.
• Experience managing budgets and financial and productivity data.

Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.
Successful candidates must self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and education verification. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization. Please contact [email protected] with any questions.
Additional Information

• Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: On Campus
• Classification Title: HC Svcs Supv/ Assistant Mgr

Compensation

• Starting Salary Minimum: $53,192
• Pay Level: 5A
• Starting Salary Maximum: Commensurate

Contact Information

• Contact Name: Michael Lynch
• Organization: Healthcare
• Contact Email: [email protected]

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.