Acute Clinical Rehab Specialist - Rehabilitation Services

Clinical Rehabilitation Specialist
Potential Sign-On Bonus Available / Competitive Pay / Full-Time Day Position / Comprehensive Benefits Package
Position Overview:
MLR is thrilled to seek a dedicated and skilled Clinical Rehabilitation Specialist to join our client's esteemed healthcare team. Under the guidance of the Rehab Services Manager, you will be instrumental in promoting clinical excellence across the Occupational, Physical, and Speech Therapy teams, as well as among support staff such as Rehab Techs and Schedulers. You will be responsible for the precise and effective management of clinical education and competency programs.
In this role, you will spend about 80% of your time delivering direct patient care, including comprehensive evaluations and customized treatments. The remaining 20% will be dedicated to program development and key administrative tasks that support and improve departmental operations. All duties will be performed in compliance with the State Practice Act to uphold the highest standards of care and regulatory adherence.
Key Responsibilities:

• Communicates effectively in person and on the phone.
• Promotes a Culture of Safety by supporting and collaborating with the team.
• Demonstrates professionalism and fosters a friendly, efficient department environment.
• Greets patients, families, and staff promptly, with a positive attitude.
• Ensures patient confidentiality in line with HIPAA guidelines.
• Divides responsibilities: 80% patient care, and 20% administrative tasks.
• Under the Rehabilitation Manager's guidance:
  • Ensures staff maintain required credentials.
  • Develops and implements clinical competencies.
  • Acts as a Preceptor and Mentor.
  • Stay current on clinical techniques and regulatory changes.
• Serves as a clinical resource, managing new staff orientation, and student programs, and providing in-services.
• Attends meetings, and trainings, and participates in quality improvement initiatives.
• Utilizes Cerner EMR for accurate patient documentation.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of a school of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or Speech-Language Pathology, approved by the respective American Physical, Occupational, or Speech and Hearing Therapy Associations is required.
• Licensure: Currently licensed in the State of California by the Board of Medical Quality Assurance is required.
• Certification: Possess all additional qualifications as recommended by the professions' CA Therapy Board and the Rehabilitation Services Department is required.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience as a clinician in the practice of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or Speech Language Pathology with demonstrated clinical expertise and certification in one or more clinical areas is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Clinical Instructor is preferred and highly recommended.
• Member of the American Respective Professional Therapy Association is preferred.
• Strong experience as a mentor and in a multidisciplinary environment, in a hospital setting is preferred.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish is helpful.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Benefits Package.
• Paid time off (PTO) and annual Float Holiday.
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Ready to lead and inspire in a role that truly makes a difference?
Apply Now for immediate consideration!