Asst. Professor - Rehabilitation jobs in Riverside, CA

Facility Name: Kindred Hospital - Rancho
Setting: LTAC Hospital (critical care recovery hospital)

Discipline: PT or OT

FTE:  Full-time
City/State:   Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Sign-On Bonus: $2,500             
                                                                           
Lifepoint Rehabilitation is a leading provider of acute inpatient rehabilitation services with more than 300 hospital-based rehabilitation units, medical/surgical and outpatient therapy settings and more than 30 joint venture inpatient rehabilitation hospitals across the country. We provide high quality, patient-centered care to those who have experienced a loss of function from an injury or illness. Our team conducts comprehensive evaluations to determine each patient’s unique needs, and then creates a multifaceted program using the latest rehabilitation therapies and advanced technologies to support them on their road to recovery. Our goal is to help our patients recover as fully as possible and regain the level of independence they hope to achieve. If you are an enthusiastic individual seeking an environment dedicated to superior patient care and an organization with a strong mission to serve our community, we invite you to apply!

Benefits
•    Affordable medical, dental and vision plans provided to meet the needs of full employees and their families
•    Up to 16 days of PTO for full time employees
•    6 paid holidays for full time employees
•    Tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities 
•    401(k) retirement plan
•    Flexible spending and health savings accounts

What you will do in this role:

• Performs accurate, comprehensive patient evaluations and treatments
• Provides training, direction and guidance for subordinate rehab staff
• Writes accurate, complete and clear documentation
• Ensures the timely evaluation and treatment of patients in the most effective and efficient manner possible
• Oversees risk management operations for the Rehab department in the facility
• Conducts in-service programs and trains Rehab/facility staff
• Demonstrates appropriate utilization of resources including billing accurately for services provided
• Performs other tasks as assigned

• Degree in rehabilitation, healthcare or a related field required
• 1-3 years experience in rehabilitation or in a long-term care setting preferred
• Valid and current Occupational Therapy license or equivalent, in the state(s) where services are rendered
• Current CPR certification, if required. Current driver’s license, if required by facility

Through a history of successful joint-venture partnerships and management agreements, Lifepoint Rehabilitation works with hospitals to more effectively meet the needs of their patients, maintain employee satisfaction and generate long-term quality outcomes for their entire organization. We are fully dedicated to our partners and delivering on the promise made to patients.

Salary range: $50 - $55  per hour. We would expect those hired into this job would be paid within this hourly rate, however, certain circumstances may allow us to pay outside of this hourly rate.