JOB SUMMARY:

The Physical Therapist Manager will play a pivotal role in building, managing, and leading the physical therapy program at Central Health. This leadership position encompasses overseeing clinical practice, ensuring high-quality patient care, and supporting the development and performance management of staff. The ideal candidate will have a strong clinical background in physical therapy, excellent leadership skills, and a passion for promoting evidencebased practices while enhancing patient outcomes.

Central Health's mandate is to serve as the safety net for individuals in the county who need healthcare services. Mission alignment and an empathetic approach are key to advancing health equity, inclusion, patient experience, and positive clinical outcomes.

Essential Functions

-Lead the planning and execution of the physical therapy program at Central Health, ensuring it aligns with the organization’s goals and values
-Collaborate with the leadership team to ensure the program is designed to meet the needs of patients and the community
-Develop and implement best practices, treatment protocols, and workflows for efficient patient care
-Ensure that the program adheres to industry standards and regulatory requirements
-Oversee the delivery of patient care across various settings, ensuring a patient-centered approach
-Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design and implement individualized treatment plans for patients
-Provide direct physical therapy services when necessary, maintaining clinical expertise in treatment modalities and techniques
-Ensure patient care outcomes meet or exceed organizational benchmarks for quality and satisfaction
-Monitor patient progress, modifying treatment plans as required based on feedback and clinical findings
-Supervise, mentor, and support a team of physical therapists and support staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment
-Lead recruitment, training, and development initiatives to ensure the department is staffed with qualified and skilled professionals
-Implement and uphold department policies and procedures to promote a culture of excellence
-Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and organizational policies regarding physical therapy practice
-Stay updated on industry trends and research to ensure Central Health maintains a leadership position in physical therapy care
-Foster strong communication channels between physical therapy staff, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated patient care
-Serve as a resource for other departments and stakeholders seeking physical therapy expertise
-Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION:

-Master's Degree (higher degree accepted) in Physical Therapy (MPT)- REQUIRED

-Doctoral or Professional Degree in Physical Therapy (DPT)- PREFERRED

EXPERIENCE:

-3 years of clinical experience as a Physical Therapist - REQUIRED

-2 years of experience in a supervisory or managerial role - REQUIRED

-1 year of acute inpatient experience - PREFERRED 

Licensure/Certifications:

-Unrestricted license for Physical Therapy - REQUIRED

-Board Certified Physical Therapy Specialist - PREFERRED