Position Summary:
The Director of Orthopedics is responsible for the leadership, development, and management of the agency’s home-based orthopedic care program. This role includes designing, implementing, and overseeing high-quality, evidence-based orthopedic services for patients recovering from joint replacements, fractures, spinal surgeries, and other musculoskeletal conditions in the home setting. The Director of Orthopedics provides clinical direction, strategic oversight, and multidisciplinary coordination to ensure excellent patient outcomes, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency in alignment with agency goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide leadership and clinical oversight for the orthopedic home health program, ensuring delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care.
- Collaborate with physicians, physical therapists, occupational therapists, nurses, and care coordinators to optimize orthopedic recovery plans.
- Develop and implement standardized protocols and pathways for common orthopedic conditions (e.g., total knee/hip replacement, fractures, post-surgical care).
- Monitor program performance through data analysis, quality metrics, patient outcomes, and satisfaction scores.
- Ensure documentation and care practices meet CMS regulations, payer guidelines, and accreditation standards.
- Conduct training, mentoring, and performance evaluations for orthopedic team members and support staff.
- Coordinate with referral sources, hospital discharge planners, and orthopedic surgeons to facilitate smooth transitions of care to home.
- Participate in case conferences, audits, and interdisciplinary planning to support continuity and excellence in care.
- Identify and implement opportunities for innovation, growth, and continuous improvement in the orthopedic service line.
- Stay up-to-date on advancements in orthopedic rehabilitation, telehealth, and home-based care models.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Licensed Physical Therapist (PT), Occupational Therapist (OT), Nurse Practitioner (NP), or Registered Nurse (RN) with orthopedic specialization
- Minimum 5 years of clinical orthopedic experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or management role
- In-depth knowledge of home health regulations, clinical documentation standards, and orthopedic recovery pathways
- Demonstrated ability to lead interdisciplinary teams and manage complex patient populations
- Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills
Preferred:
- Experience in a home health or post-acute care setting
- Advanced certification in orthopedics (e.g., OCS, ONC)
- Familiarity with EMR systems (e.g., Homecare Homebase, WellSky, or Kinnser)
- Master’s degree in healthcare administration, physical therapy, nursing, or related field
Core Competencies:
- Clinical expertise in orthopedic care and rehabilitation
- Strategic planning and program development
- Staff leadership and mentorship
- Compliance and regulatory knowledge (Medicare, PDGM, OASIS)
- Patient-centered care philosophy
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
