Director of Patient Outcomes

Overview: Director of Patient Outcomes Join Our Team at Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation Hospital – Prescott Valley, AZ At Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation Hospital, we strive to attract, retain, develop, and empower our employees, supporting them in their professional growth with career advancement opportunities and a path to success within our organization. Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation Hospital is a 44\-bed, modern inpatient facility specializing in stroke, spinal cord and brain injuries, orthopedic trauma, and other complex conditions. We also provide Home Health services to patients in the communities of Northern Arizona. We’re dedicated to delivering personalized, high\-quality care that restores independence and improves lives. \\\Our hospital has been ranked in the Top 10% nationally for rehabilitative care for 17 years and has earned The Joint Commission’s Stroke Certification and Brain Injury Certification. Located in scenic Prescott Valley—just 90 minutes from Phoenix—you’ll enjoy the perfect mix of small\-town charm, outdoor adventure, and access to big\-city amenities. With nearby destinations like Sedona, Prescott, and the Grand Canyon, this is more than a job—it’s a career with purpose in a place that supports your well\-being and work\-life balance. We are seeking a Director of Patient Outcomes to join our team of passionate patient caregivers! As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees’ work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through “My Ernest Journey” and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is “You Spoke, We Listened”. These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them. Our hospital offers comprehensive benefits, designed to support your health and financial well\-being. Benefits: PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account options available Dental and Vision coverage 401K with employer matching Life insurance Short\-and\-long term disability Wellness \& Work Life Balance: Employee Assistance Program Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives Earned Time Off \- start accruing vacation time on start date Professional Growth: Continuing education opportunities and reimbursement Qualifications: Required Skills: Clinical license required (PT, OT, SLP, or RN) in the state of employment required. Other licensure/certification to be considered based on appropriate qualifications. Two years recent experience in acute care setting preferred. Leadership/supervisory experience required. Additional Qualifications/Skills: Demonstrable knowledge in all aspects of clinical care of the rehab patient Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management. Demonstrates critical thinking skills. Effective organizational and time management skills. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to utilize concepts of age/developmental stages in interactions with patients and families Ability to maintain quality and safety standards. Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality. * Ability to work closely and professionally with others. Responsibilities: The Director of Patient Outcomes (Rehab) is the primary individual responsible for implementing and coordinating the patient assessment and evaluation process for all patients treated by the staff in the Rehabilitation Department. Uses his or her expertise and training in rehabilitation services and independent discretion and judgment to supervise and manage the completion of the Patient Assessment Instrument (PAI) for each rehabilitation inpatient. Provides oversight and clinical support in completion of data contained in the PAI and Quality Indicator data for each patient to ensure accuracy in the scoring of functional status and reflection of patients’ care needs. Audits and oversees interdisciplinary and regulatory functions in clinical care. Facilitates process improvement and best practice by analyzing data and developing creative ways to improve performance. Direction and oversight of Case Management Department, including discharge planning, Length of Stay management, and transition to next level of care. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.