Job Description
BayCare is currently seeking a Manager of Rehabilitation for Morton Plant Hospital to lead our acute rehabilitation team. This role is ideal for a seasoned rehab professional with acute care experience and a proven ability to manage a large, multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced hospital environment.
Position Details:
Location: Clearwater, FL - Morton Plant
Status: Fulltime - Exempt
Schedule: Monday - Friday; Day Shift (occasional weekends)
The Manager of Rehabilitation will:
- Oversee daily operations of acute rehab services, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology.
- Lead and mentor a diverse team of therapists, assistants, and support staff, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and excellence.
- Ensure compliance with hospital policies, regulatory standards, and best practices in acute rehabilitation care.
- Collaborate with physicians, nursing, case management, and other departments to optimize patient outcomes and throughput.
- Monitor performance metrics, patient satisfaction, and staff engagement, implementing improvement strategies as needed.
- Manage staffing, scheduling, and productivity to meet departmental goals.
- Participate in strategic planning, budgeting, and program development for rehab services.
Qualifications:
- Licensed Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or Speech-Language Pathologist in the state of Florida.
- Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in acute care rehab , with at least 2 years in a leadership role .
- Demonstrated ability to lead large teams with confidence, empathy, and resilience.
- Strong communication, conflict resolution, and organizational skills.
- Experience with EMR systems and data-driven decision-making.
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s or Doctorate preferred.
Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled
Job Tags
Full time, Monday to Friday, Day shift,