Director of Rehabilitation

About This Role

Leading a passionate team dedicated to resident success is the core of this Director of Rehabilitation role. This position involves managing rehabilitation programs, coordinating staffing and patient care, and delivering direct patient care in your licensed discipline. It suits an experienced and enthusiastic professional ready to lead with compassion and make a meaningful impact through person-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Manage the rehabilitation program for your facility or designated locations
• Coordinate staffing levels and patient care to meet both clinical and operational needs
• Provide ongoing communication and updates to patients, clients, and team members
• Deliver direct patient care in your licensed discipline (PT, OT, or SLP)
• Monitor and ensure compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, and other reimbursement regulations
• Evaluate and counsel team members while maintaining high standards of documentation
• Oversee productivity standards to meet clinical benchmarks and company expectations
• Support marketing and facility performance improvement initiatives
• Participate in hiring, training, and ongoing development of therapy staff
• Review departmental billing and reconcile data for accuracy and timeliness
• Ensure rehab space and equipment are properly maintained and utilized
• Foster team unity and effectiveness through compassionate leadership and communication
• Monitor revenue and expenses, and drive operational success through strategic planning
• Support new staff orientation and continued professional development
• Ensure all programs meet facility procedures and standards

Requirements

• Licensed Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or Speech-Language Pathologist
• Strong organizational, communication, and team-building skills
• Familiarity with Medicare, Medicaid, and alternative payment model guidelines
• Ability to deliver high-quality patient care while leading a dynamic therapy team
• Proactive, compassionate, and driven to achieve positive outcomes for residents

Nice to have:

• Previous leadership experience in a long-term care or rehabilitation setting

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Cancer, Critical Illness, and more
• Whole and Term Life Insurance Policies
• Tuition Reimbursement for continued education
• Paid Time Off
• Immediate 401(k) eligibility
• Exceptional corporate resources and in-house rehab leadership