QRM is seeking an experienced Therapy/Rehab Program Manager well versed in Clinical Reimbursement and Patient Driven Payment Model (PDPM) in the arena of rehab relating to Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy. Must be a NJ or NY licensed PT/OT/SLP with multi-site SNF management experience, background in operations and with clinical expertise, and reside in either New Jersey or New York. Must have the ability to travel regularly throughout the NY/NJ region. We will consider strong applicants who reside elsewhere, if they live near a major airport and have the ability to travel weekly to the NY.NJ Region. Please review all qualifications below carefully.
Regional Therapy Director Job Summary:
This position provides extensive training, analysis, advice and consultation to the facilities and teams within his/her area of responsibility in the Northeast Region. Monitors, consults, and makes effective recommendations for changes and modifications to existing facility processes, systems, policies, and practices which will assure efficient, effective and compliant rehab oversight and payment performance.
Regional Therapy Director Job Functions include, but are not limited to:
- In-depth knowledge of reimbursement methodologies for therapy, specifically PDPM
- Provides consultation, training and support for assigned area
- Analyzes systems and processes to ensure compliance that federal and state regulations as well as company policies and procedures are followed
- Works in conjunction with teams to resolve issues, endorse changes and conduct follow-ups to establish that recommendations are effectively implemented and monitored for appropriateness.
- Promotes compliance by performing periodic audits of assessments, supporting documentation, and other relevant data.
- Recognizes, advises and promotes facility best practices and systems
- Prior experience working with Medicare rules, regulations, billing codes
- Understanding of HIPAA privacy rules and regulations
- Strong ability to communicate with others; excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Regional Therapy Director Qualifications:
- Therapist with completion of degree in from accredited program and licensed in the state of employment
- Three to five years of clinical experience in a long-term care setting, which includes supervisory, administrative or consultative capacities
- MUST HAVE prior multi-site SNF management with a background in clinical processes. training and mentoring
- Current knowledge of computer technology and systems
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and guidance, yet successfully collaborate with teams internally and externally
- Extensive knowledge of PDPM, Medicare reimbursement, compliance and eligibility
- Experience with Rehab Optima or Net Health documentation systems
- BASED in New Jersey or New York; must be willing and able to travel within and around the Northeast region.
Enjoy all the advantages of a comprehensive package including full benefits and competitive salary. Candidates should have ability to travel for coverage of territory. Need professional, outgoing, organized personality ready to learn, motivate, teach and bring valued experience to the table day one.