Acute Rehabilitation Services Supervisor

Department Overview

The Acute Care Rehab Supervisor will oversee and manage a team of approximately 30-40 physical therapists, occupational therapists, and/or speech-language pathologists within the acute care setting. This role involves a combination of clinical and administrative responsibilities, ensuring high-quality patient care, effective team performance, and efficient departmental operations. The supervisor will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to foster a collaborative environment and support the continuous professional development of staff.

Function/Duties of Position

Team Leadership and Supervision

• Lead and supervise a team of physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech-language pathologists.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide constructive feedback, and implement development plans.
• Evaluate staff’s competency and intervenes to optimize performance and ensure safe, quality, effective and efficient patient care.
• Oversee recruitment, hiring, orientation, and training of new staff members.
• Ensure staff compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.

Clinical and Operational Management

• Allocate and manage resources effectively to meet patient care needs.
• Monitor and evaluate productivity, ensuring optimal scheduling and workload distribution. 
• Address and resolve clinical issues, providing guidance and support to staff.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of best practices and regulatory requirements in rehabilitation therapy.

Quality Improvement and Performance Enhancement 

• Lead quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and departmental efficiency.
• Implement evidence-based practices and protocols to improve clinical care.
• Collect and analyze data to monitor performance metrics and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure coordinated and integrated patient care.

Communication and Collaboration

• Foster open communication within the team and across other hospital departments.
• Facilitate regular team meetings to discuss patient care, address concerns, and share updates.
• Act as a liaison between the rehabilitation department and hospital administration.
• Promote a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Participate in hospital committees, representing the rehab department

Direct Patient Care

• Provide direct clinical care to patients, maintaining clinical expertise and understanding of current patient care practices.
• Assess, develop, and implement individualized treatment plans for patients in the acute care setting.
• Collaborate with other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care.

Other Duties as Assigned

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or Speech-Language Pathology.
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in a pediatric care setting, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Current and valid license to practice in Oregon in either Physical Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology, or Occupational Therapy
• American Heart BLS for Healthcare Provider.

Preferred Qualifications

• Healthcare administration coursework or degree
• Acute care experience
• 2 years of recent formal or informal leadership experience 
• Union experience preferred

Additional Details

• Office work schedule associated with leadership in a clinical setting, i.e. may require long hours to achieve timely completion of work projects.
• Required prioritization of multiple projects, activities, and assignments
• Repeated interruptions in an environment of frequent change and fluctuations
• May be exposed to excessive auditory and visual stimulation
• Accepts accountability and responsibility of the assigned work area
• May be required to attend out of town conferences according to hospital travel and reimbursement policies
• Subject to computer work for several hours as needed 
• Exercises the ability to implement a flexible schedule to meet operational needs and to create work-life balance 

Why apply to OHSU?

We are Oregon's only public academic health center. In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington. All are welcome. OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [email protected]