Primary Location:

JHHS - Rudd Heart Lung - UMC

Address:

201 Abraham Flexner Way
Louisville, KY 40202


Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Job Description Summary:

Job Description:

The lead therapist promotes smooth operations, prompt and effective response to problems/concerns, continued department development, and program expansion. This position is also responsible for coordination of interdepartmental functions and activities to ensure smooth and effective operations consistent with the objectives of the department, the facility, and of the Frazier Rehab Institute.

The lead therapist should all demonstrate all competencies and skills of staff therapists. Lead therapist is responsible for the evaluation and treatment of patients referred to the facility. This includes patient evaluation, development and implementation of an appropriate treatment plan, delivery of treatment services, and comprehensive discharge planning. The therapist functions as an effective team member and contributes to the development and achievement of department and organizational goals and objectives.

Additional Job Description:

Education:

• BS, MS or Doctorate level degree from accredited college or University (required)

Experience:

• 2 years of clinical experience in a similar setting (preferred)

Licensure:

• Licensed or eligible in the Commonwealth of Kentucky or State of Indiana, as appropriate to the facility (required)

Certification:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (required)