What are the responsibilities and job description for the Team Leader, Inpatient Physica position at Valley Health?
Who We Are
Valley Health System is a not-for-profit network of hospitals, urgent cares, physician practices, and services. Expanding across Virginia, West Virginia, and Maryland, we are devoted to the health of all who call our 18-county area home.
A vital resource for healthcare, we are the region’s largest employer, a dependable community partner, and are at the leading edge of clinical innovations.
We are looking for passionate, innovative, and caring people who will each bring their unique skills and perspectives to our workplace.
What You Will Do:
The IP Therapy Acute Care Team Leader (ACTL) supports the mission, initiatives and vision of Valley Health by providing best-practice quality services to customers. As an active member of the interdisciplinary team, the ACTL responds to physician referrals, incorporates the medical and skilled needs of patients, and provides discipline-specific interventions to improve safety and functional independence. The ACTL is also responsible for overseeing the professional development of clinical staff through the identification of educational objectives, including discipline-specific continuing education courses as needed; the promotion of general learning opportunities; and monitoring of yearly departmental and individual goals. This oversight extends to the planning, presentation and evaluation aspects of PT/OT/SLP education activities, compliance with individual professional competencies, and the appropriate orientation of new department employees. The ACTL will model professional behavior in the workplace and support an atmosphere conducive to professional and individual growth.
What You Will Bring:
Education
Post Graduate Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy, or Post Graduate Certificate, Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy, or Master's degree and CCC in Speech/Language Pathology.
Experience
Minimum of five years acute care IP therapy required
Certification & Licensures
PT, OT, or SLP License - Virginia required
BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) - American Heart ‘Healthcare Provider’ (HCP) - AHA approved required*
* New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation.
Qualifications
Basic computer and keyboarding skills or participation in computer training within the first year of employment.
Competent to successfully interact with patients, according to their special needs based upon the age of the patient served - Age Specific Competencies.
Proficiency with advanced clinical knowledge for the provision of discipline specific interventions.
Understands hospital and departmental HRO principles, Performance Improvement and outcomes management.
What You Will Get:
- Competitive salary
- Flexible scheduling
- Health Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Wellness Program
- Tuition Assistance
- Retirement Plan
- Life Insurance
*some benefits are subject to change due to job status
We celebrate, support, and thrive on our differences for the benefit of our employees, our patients, and the communities we serve.
We are neighbors caring for neighbors, and our goal is always to help those we serve get well, feel well, and stay well.
EOE
Criminal Background Checks
VA State Police
3rd party Background Check
FLSA Classification
Exempt
Grade
183
Physical Demands
16 A Medical Practitioner
Valley Health System is a not-for-profit network of hospitals, urgent cares, physician practices, and services. Expanding across Virginia, West Virginia, and Maryland, we are devoted to the health of all who call our 18-county area home.
A vital resource for healthcare, we are the region’s largest employer, a dependable community partner, and are at the leading edge of clinical innovations.
We are looking for passionate, innovative, and caring people who will each bring their unique skills and perspectives to our workplace.
What You Will Do:
The IP Therapy Acute Care Team Leader (ACTL) supports the mission, initiatives and vision of Valley Health by providing best-practice quality services to customers. As an active member of the interdisciplinary team, the ACTL responds to physician referrals, incorporates the medical and skilled needs of patients, and provides discipline-specific interventions to improve safety and functional independence. The ACTL is also responsible for overseeing the professional development of clinical staff through the identification of educational objectives, including discipline-specific continuing education courses as needed; the promotion of general learning opportunities; and monitoring of yearly departmental and individual goals. This oversight extends to the planning, presentation and evaluation aspects of PT/OT/SLP education activities, compliance with individual professional competencies, and the appropriate orientation of new department employees. The ACTL will model professional behavior in the workplace and support an atmosphere conducive to professional and individual growth.
What You Will Bring:
Education
Post Graduate Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy, or Post Graduate Certificate, Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy, or Master's degree and CCC in Speech/Language Pathology.
Experience
Minimum of five years acute care IP therapy required
Certification & Licensures
PT, OT, or SLP License - Virginia required
BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) - American Heart ‘Healthcare Provider’ (HCP) - AHA approved required*
* New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation.
Qualifications
Basic computer and keyboarding skills or participation in computer training within the first year of employment.
Competent to successfully interact with patients, according to their special needs based upon the age of the patient served - Age Specific Competencies.
Proficiency with advanced clinical knowledge for the provision of discipline specific interventions.
Understands hospital and departmental HRO principles, Performance Improvement and outcomes management.
What You Will Get:
- Competitive salary
- Flexible scheduling
- Health Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Wellness Program
- Tuition Assistance
- Retirement Plan
- Life Insurance
*some benefits are subject to change due to job status
We celebrate, support, and thrive on our differences for the benefit of our employees, our patients, and the communities we serve.
We are neighbors caring for neighbors, and our goal is always to help those we serve get well, feel well, and stay well.
EOE
Criminal Background Checks
VA State Police
3rd party Background Check
FLSA Classification
Exempt
Grade
183
Physical Demands
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