Lead of Therapy Services - Home Health

Entity: Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital | Department: Home Health | Work Hours: 8-430pm flexible | Weekend Requirements: As Needed | 1.0 FTE

Job Summary:

Provides clinical services for discipline which currently licensed as well as assists Manager/Supervisor with operational tasks for the area where services are provided.

Job Responsibilities:

• Performs job tasks as outlined by primary discipline (PT, PTA, OT, OTA, SLP and Audiology).

• Coordinates services, prioritizes assignments and workflow, and promotes situational decision making/problem solving.

• Identifies and establishes the correct conditions that affect safety and patient satisfaction; upholds safety standards.

• Serves as a positive role model for team members by working with them to promote teamwork and cooperation.

• Ensures quality care is carried out by service area assigned.

• Ensures staff working in area display competence.

• Ensures non-patient care tasks are managed each day, including scheduling, productivity, and other.

• Demonstrates leadership and professional development.

Skills and Attributes:

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.

• Works under general supervision.

• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

• Applies more advanced skills and knowledge in the area of specialization.

Position Requirements:

Work Experience

• A minimum of 2 years' relevant experience required

Education

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Physical Therapy required upon hire OR

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy required upon hire OR

• Master's degree or higher in Speech Language Pathology required upon hire OR

• Master's degree or higher in in Audiology required upon hire

Additional Education Information

• A combination of education, training and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• PTA- Licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of Kentucky required upon hire OR

• PT- Licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state of Kentucky required upon hire OR

• OT- Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the state of Kentucky required upon hire OR

• SLP- Licensed as a Speech Language Pathologist in the state of Kentucky required upon hire OR

• Audiologist- Licensed as an Audiologist in the state of Kentucky required upon hire AND

• BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position       

Organizational Responsibilities:

• Supports Owensboro Health’s Mission, Vision, Core Commitments, and business interests.  Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures. Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization.

Additional Job Information:

• This job description describes the general nature and level of work required by the position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions of the job. Specific duties and responsibilities consistent with the general nature and level of work described may vary by department and additional related duties may be assigned as needed. Some duties listed may not apply to all employees with this job description. 

• The job description is subject to change with or without notice, and Management reserves the right to add, modify or remove any qualification or duty. Nothing in this job description changes the existing at-will employment relationship between the Organization and the employee occupying the position.

Standard ADA Settings:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands: (Clinical- Hospital)

Standing: 75%

Walking: 75%

Sitting: 50

Lifting 0-25 lbs: 75%

Lifting 25-75 lbs: 25%

Lifting over 75 lbs: 25%

Carrying 0-25 lbs: 75%

Carrying 2575 lbs: 25%

Carrying over 75 lbs: 25%

Pushing/Plling 0-25 lbs: 75%

Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: 75%

Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: 75%

Climbing: 50%

Bending/Stooping: 75%

Kneeling: 50%

Crouching/Crawling: 50%

Reaching: 75%

Talking: 75%

Hearing: 75%

Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: 25%

Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: 75%

Keyboard Data Entry: 75%

Running: 50%

Vision: Depth Perception: 75%

Vision: Distinguish Color: 75%

Vision: Seeing Far: 75%

Vision: Seeing Near: 75%

Hazardous Drug Risk Exposure: 

Risk Level:  Low-Risk

Owensboro Health Core Commitments

INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.

RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.

TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.

INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.

SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.

EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.