Director of Physical Therapy, Acute

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8a-5p | On Call, Holiday and some weekend coverage | 

Your experience matters 

Centerpoint Health - Georgetown is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Director of Physical Therapy joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ^®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team 

Centerpoint Health - Georgetown places trust and confidence in our employees and patients on making the important decision on where you seek your healthcare. We are a dedicated team that share our mission and our culture of safe and compassionate care.

How you'll contribute 

A Director of Physical Therapy who excels in this role:

• Directs the department's activities and resources to achieve departmental and organizational objectives.
• Develops and implements departmental goals, plans, and standards consistent with the clinical,
  administrative, legal, and ethical requirements/objectives of the organization.
• Directs and evaluates departmental operations, including patient care delivery, information technologies, service level determination, and complaint management, to achieve performance and quality control objectives.
• Plans and monitors staffing activities, including hiring, orienting, evaluating, disciplinary actions, and continuing education initiatives.
• Prepares, monitors, and evaluates departmental budgets, and ensures that the department operates in compliance with allocated funding.
•  Coordinates and directs internal/external audits.
• Creates and fosters an environment that encourages professional growth.
• Integrates evidence-based practices into operations and clinical protocols.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Position serves both internal co-workers and external customers, clients, patients, contractors, and vendors.
• Access to and/or works with sensitive and/or confidential information.
• Exhibit a comprehensive understanding of healthcare regulatory and compliance (e.g., HIPAA). 
• Skilled in the application of policies and procedures. 
• Knowledge of Business Office Standards and Recommended Practices.
• Manage the work of others, including planning, assigning, scheduling and reviewing work, ensures quality standards. 
• Responsible for hiring, terminating, training and developing, reviewing performance and administering corrective action for staff.

Why join us 

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: 

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Free Parking on site 

What we're looking for 
Applicants should have a bachelors degree or higher in related field. Additional requirements include:

• Education: Doctorate Degree in related field preferred; Bachelors and or Masters required
• Experience: Minimum 2 years in leadership in related field
• Certifications: BLS required within 30 days of hire
• Licenses: Current Kentucky Physical Therapy, Occupational or Speech Language Pathology Licensure required 

Connect with a Recruiter Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Morgan Gilbert by emailing [email protected]

More about Centerpoint Health - Georgetown

Centerpoint Health - Georgetown is a 75- bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Georgetown community. We are proud to be recognized by our Affiliation with the Markey Cancer Center Affiliate Network, Affiliation with the Gill Heart & Vascular Institute Affiliate Network and The Joint Commission Accreditation. 

EEOC Statement

"Centerpoint Health - Georgetown is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Centerpoint Health - Georgetown is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.