Job Code:	1219
Job Title:	Program manager, rehabilitation services
Creation Date:	05/01/2005
Revision Date:
FLSA Status:	Exempt

JOB SUMMARY:

The Program Manager is accountable for the personnel, operational and financial management of assigned program(s) to ensure the delivery of competent, compassionate and efficient clinical care, promotion of research and clinical education of students. 

MAJOR DUTIES / CRITICAL TASKS: 

• Assumes a manager role in implementation of the strategic plan set forth by Administrative Director;
• Provides input on budget issues and tracks operational expenditures and resources, as requested by Administrative Director of the program(s) to ensure high quality, cost effective service/outcomes, and a safe and efficient work environment;
• Provides leadership for the program(s) and promotes teamwork;
• Serves as liaison between Administrative Director and departmental programs;
• Participates in the financial management of the program(s) consistent with state and federal labor laws, and Rehabilitation Services and hospital philosophy, goals and policy
• Promotes and practices patient/family advocacy and facilitates the maintenance of ethical practice;
• Demonstrates a high level of productivity and dependability;
• Actively promotes the professional development and clinical education of self and others;
• Identifies appropriate internal controls for department; evaluates and implements mechanisms to monitor and enforce compliance per Administrative Director’s directive;
• Defines clinical personnel requirements and position competencies for practice in conjunction with the Administrative Director of Rehabilitation Services;
• Continuously monitors staffing levels and adjusts as appropriate to meet various clinical care and financial objectives;
• Participates in clinical, departmental and hospital-wide programs affecting the delivery of care;
• Services as a resource and role model for staff and students;
• Leads/participates, as appropriate, in collaborative interdepartmental approaches to developing and enhancing an integrated system of care as assigned;
• Participates in and facilitates research and evidence-based practice endeavors for the departments as they relate to quality patient care and “state of the art” clinical practice;
• Promotes student programming and involvement throughout the department;
• Accepts responsibility for personal professional development and demonstrates the desire for personal growth;
• Performs related duties as required

REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: 

Bachelor’s degree in physical or occupational therapy and current licensure or eligible for Texas physical or occupational therapy license.  The equivalent of five years PT or OT experience, including two years of progressive management experience. 

EQUIPMENT: 

Standard patient care supplies, equipment and mechanical devices.  Standard office and computer equipment equipped with Microsoft Office and statistical programs and required. 

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: 

• Work environment is located in a comfortable indoor area;

•  Conditions such as noise, odors, cramped workspace and/or fumes could sometimes cause discomfort;

•  Moderate to extreme physical effort such as walking, standing, performing CPR, and lifting materials, equipment, objects and /or patients may be required;

• Vision, hearing, talking and sense of touch abilities must be adequate to enable one to quickly and accurately perform tasks such as reading small print, reading from monitoring equipment, defining details, sending and receiving clear and accurate oral communication;

•  Frequent periods of concentrated or focused attention will be needed to interpret visual, auditory and sensory inputs;

•  Alert and careful attention to detail will be required to avoid injury;

•  Minimal exposure to such occupational hazards as communicable diseases, radiation, chemotherapeutic agents and disoriented or combative patients;

•  May work extended shifts as necessary to complete job objectives;

•  May be required to be on standby and work extended shifts in situations deemed necessary by the Administrative Director, including weekends;

•  Able to work under stress and be emotionally capable of coping with complex and/or changing activities 

OTHER: 

Specific job requirements or physical location of some positions allocated to this classification, may render this position security sensitive, and thereby subject to the provisions of Section 51.215, Texas Education Code. 

 ANY QUALIFICATIONS TO BE CONSIDERED AS EQUIVALENTS IN LIEU OF STATED MINIMUMS REQUIRE THE PRIOR APPROVAL OF THE CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER.

 THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH AT GALVESTON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION UNIVERSITY