Management in Physical Therapy Practices / Edition 2

by Catherine G. Page PT, MPH, PhD

Overview

Knowing where you’ll begin after graduation can be unpredictable.

That’s why we’ve provided wisdom you won’t find in any other Management text—practical business principles and perspectives for all types of clinical settings to help you prepare for wherever life may lead you.

Walk through true stories of trials and triumphs as Catherine Page shows you how to create a personal business plan that will set you up for success—whether you decide to own a clinic or focus on direct patient care.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780803640337
Publisher:	F.A. Davis Company
Publication date:	01/30/2015
Edition description:	Second Edition
Pages:	320
Product dimensions:	7.90(w) x 9.90(h) x 0.70(d)

About the Author

Adjunct Professor, Nova Southeastern University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida

Table of Contents

I. Contemporary Issues in Healthcare Management

1.      Becoming a Healthcare Manager

2.      Managers and Leaders in Contemporary Healthcare Organizations

3.      Healthcare Organizations

4.      Introduction to Healthcare as a Unique Insurance-Based Business

II. Responsibilities of the Healthcare Manager

5.      Responsibilities for Vision, Mission, and Goal Setting

6.      Responsibilities for Policies and Procedures

7.      Marketing Responsibilities

8.      Staffing Responsibilities

9.      Responsibilities for Patient Care

10.    Fiscal Responsibilities

11.    Risk Management, Legal, and Ethical Responsibilities

12.    Communication Responsibilities

III. Management in Specific Healthcare Settings

13.  Management Issues in Long-Term Care

14.  Management Issues in Outpatient Centers

15.  Management Issues in School-Based Services

16.  Management Issues in Home Care Organizations

17.  Management Issues in Hospitals and Health Systems

Appendices:

1. A Brief History of Organizations, Leadership, and Management

2. Outlines for Three Strategic Plans

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