Director of Rehab; DOR - at Waterford​/Three Fountains

Director of Rehab (DOR)

PT, PTA, OT, COTA and/or SLP Welcome to Apply

Status: Full-Time •
Setting: Skilled Nursing •
Location: Avamere Three Fountains - 835 Crater Lake Ave, Medford, OR 97504

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We are seeking a Director of Rehab (PT, PTA,OT, COTA or SLP) to join our team in Medford, OR. As a DOR with Avamere, you will join a team with a culture and mission to enhance the life of every person we serve. Avamere provides in-house therapy in our facilities throughout Oregon and Washington. Avamere began in 1995 and has grown to become the industry leader in the Pacific Northwest for Skilled Nursing and Post-Acute Care.

At Avamere our rehab professionals build lasting relationships with patients & residents, their families, and fellow team members.

• In-House Therapy
• Collaborative Team Approach with All Departments
• Therapist-Run
• Compliance & Regulatory Management and Education
• Manageable Productivity Expectations
• Flexible Schedule Options
• Two Full-time Status Options (30 or 40-hour workweek)
• Career Advancement & Development
• New Hire & New to Setting Mentorship & Training

At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health Insurance:
  Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.
• 401 (k) Plan:
  After 90 days of employment, with matching program.
• Paid Time Off (PTO):
  Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.
• EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.
• Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.
• Generous employee referral bonus program.
• Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA:
  Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).
• Professional Development:
  Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
• Voluntary Benefits:
  Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.

• Directly supervises and guides all therapy personnel in an assigned facility, including, but not limited to, licensed, registered, certified therapists, assistants, aides, and students
• Daily scheduling for the department staff to meet the needs of the facility
• Providing direct care and working with supervisor to determine appropriate caseload in tandem with management responsibilities
• Assures that the rehabilitation needs of the residents are met
• Periodically reviews the therapy services offered and providing updates to meet the standards of the changing environment
• Represents the rehabilitation department during clinical meetings (PPS, Medicare)
• Adherence to all regulatory standards as they pertain to the delivery of rehabilitation services
• Ensures that all clinical documentation is complete and timely, and accurately reflects the services provided
• Completes chart audits to ensure compliance as required
• Coordinates denials management activities of the department to ensure that claims are timely and/or appeals timely and in accordance with company procedure
• Meets and or exceeds the productivity standards as established with supervisor
• Ensures that the services delivered are of the highest quality and meet all standards of practice
• Implements new treatment programs
• Monitors treatment programs for outcomes and adjusts plans of care in accordance
• Assures that the department follows the established policies and procedures of the facility and the company
• Approves timecards and time worked by the department personnel

• Graduate of an approved curriculum in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy or Speech Language Pathology
• Must hold an active license in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy or Speech Language Pathology in the State of Oregon
• Able to practice unencumbered
• In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards
• Possess a minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience as a licensed therapist
• Working knowledge of Medicare and other payer sources
• Full knowledge of resident’s rights
• Exudes professionalism in presentation
• Ability to multitask
• Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English
• CPR certification
• Must speak, read, and write English fluently
• Must have an active CPR/BLS certification

Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.

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