Clinical Lead

The Clinical Lead- Rehab is responsible for providing administrative and clinical oversight of the Rehab Department. Oversight will include Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Speech Therapy.  The Clinical Lead is responsible for performing initial patient evaluations, plans/implements treatment programs, monitors patient’s progress towards treatment goals, directly communicates with referring physicians, and documents and completes daily charge tickets. 

Job Relationships

Reports to the Operations Manager of Rehabilitation Services 

Principal Responsibilities

• Perform evaluation procedures as a Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist or Speech Therapist. 
• Interpret evaluation results to determine the degree of impairment, aid in differential diagnoses, and assist in establishing and revising the specifics of treatment.
• Plan treatment programs based upon the patient’s complaint, physician referral, review of medical records, and evaluation results. 
• Set appropriate goals for treatment to relieve pain, restore function, and prevent disability. 
• Rule out contra-indications to treatment and recommend necessary changes. 
• Monitor the effects of treatment and modify techniques to achieve maximum benefit.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and exam protocols to maintain a high-quality Rehabilitation practice. 
• Coordinate monthly/quarterly department meetings with the operations manager.
• Train and mentor new therapists and assistants.
• Assure staff compliance with established policies and procedures. Address identified issues and consult with the Operations Manager to achieve necessary action.
• Coordinate with Rehab Operations Manager on issues related to staff retention and recruitment. 
• Responsible for equipment maintenance and ordering of medical supplies. 
• Comply with the Springfield Clinic incident reporting policy and procedures.
• Adhere to all OSHA and Springfield Clinic training & accomplishments as required per policy.
• Provide excellent customer service and adhere to Springfield Clinic's Code of Conduct and Ethics Standards.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy, Master of Science degree in Occupational Therapy or Bachelor of Science in Speech Pathology or Communicative Disorders. 
• Minimum of five years experience as a PT, OT, or SLP preferred. 

Licenses/Certificates

• Must be licensed by the State of Illinois as a PT, OT, or SLP
• If working as a Specialist must maintain certification in: Kinesio taping, LSVT BIG certification for treatment of Parkinson's, Graston Technique, Sports Medicine, McKenzie Method for back pain, Lymphedema Management, Women's/Men's Health, Vestibular Rehabilitation, Dry Needling, ASTYM, ISTYM, CSCS and BFR (Blood Flow Restriction). 
• CPR certification per American Heart Association guidelines required within 30 days of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Communicates highly sensitive information to physicians and administration in a professional manner. 

Working Environment

• Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

• Extensive walking, standing, kneeling and heavy lifting 

PHI/Privacy Level

HIPAA1