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St. Luke's University Health Network Pediatric Occupational Therapy Program Manager in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.
The Pediatric Occupational Therapy Program Manager is responsible for directing the pediatric therapy services by developing strategic objectives, providing services and directing staff.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Meets the minimum job qualifications for an Occupational Therapist and can competently function as an Occupational Therapist.
Interact and actively promote the practice with physicians concerning problem patients, new programs, etc.
Review of monthly referral and marketing report; compile quarterly review.
Orient new therapists to procedures.
Teach new techniques, share clinical knowledge to improve patient care.
Review coverage for staff vacation, emergencies, extra busy patient load.
If patient census is down, offer help to Regional Directors.
Interact with other private practitioners to develop ideas to enhance practice efficiency.
Interact with clinical staff to develop new clinical programs.
Review equipment needs and help develop budget for acquisition of needed equipment.
In conjunction with other managers, help develop budget for fiscally responsible management of the practice.
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to sit for up to ninety minutes at a time. Be able to tolerate standing for thirty to forty-five minutes consecutively. Must be able to use hands/fingers to manipulate dials on machines. Must have the ability to lift/move patients up to 200 lbs., push/pull patients weighing up to 200 lbs. Must have the ability to occasionally stoop/bend, squat, crouch, kneel and reach above shoulder level. Must be capable of tactile sensation as it relates to feeling for muscle spasms, texture and skin temperature. Must have the ability to hear as it relates to normal conversation and ability to hear call bells. Must be capable of seeing as it relates to general vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.
EDUCATION:
Four-year Doctoral Degree, Masters, or physical therapy program or physical therapy certificate.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Successful completion of required affiliations. Pennsylvania license required. Current CPR certification.
Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!
St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. (http://www.slhn.org/EOE)