Occupational Therapy Department Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

The OT Department Manager demonstrates professional knowledge of and skill in applying a wide range of theories, principles, and methodologies of the practice of occupational therapy. The OT Department Manager serves as a mentor and resource for the team, providing support and guidance on complex cases, treatment techniques, and best practices in the field.

Requirements :

Primary Responsibilities

• Strong professional, clinical, and leadership skills. Demonstrates an understanding of the company perspective.
• Supervise and manage a team of pediatric COTAs and OTs, including performance evaluations and ongoing mentorship.
• Develop, review, and refine treatment programs for different pediatric disorders.
• Oversee and implement clinic-wide policies and protocols.
• Provide direct supervision and guidance to new hires and interns.
• Develop professional development programs and support continuing education for the team.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, insurance requirements, and standards of care.
• Actively involved in schedule planning and mentoring the team to develop an effective schedule.
• Adding flex appointments to the schedule and being available to assist with the clinic schedule needs.
• Demonstrates consistent completion of all documentation as described in policy and mentors others to do the same.
• Excellent communication skills, understands and engages with others displaying different personality styles, and can have difficult conversations independently with accurate documentation.
• Contribute to the development of clinic-wide policies and standards for care, especially related to HIPAA and other legal regulations.

Requirements

Settings

Clinics

Headstart

Daycares

Schools

Benefits

Join us at Therapy Smarts, Inc. and make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and their families.

Interested candidates should contact Luis at hr.coordinator@therapysmarts.net.