Director of Rehabilitation (PT)

Director of Rehabilitation (PT) – Hospital Inpatient & Outpatient Services

Job Type: Full-Time | Leadership Position
Setting: Hospital-Based Rehabilitation (Inpatient & Outpatient)
Compensation: $98,000–$110,000 annually (DOE)

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Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Director of Rehabilitation (PT) to lead a growing hospital-based rehabilitation department in Washington. This position will oversee both inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services, ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care while supporting strategic growth initiatives and operational excellence.

The ideal candidate is a licensed Physical Therapist with strong clinical expertise, leadership experience, and a passion for developing teams, enhancing patient outcomes, and advancing rehabilitation services across the continuum of care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for all rehabilitation services within inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Supervise, mentor, and support rehabilitation staff, including Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, Speech-Language Pathologists, and therapy support personnel.
• Manage departmental operations, staffing, scheduling, productivity standards, budgeting, and performance metrics.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality rehabilitation services for diverse patient populations, including orthopedic, neurological, post-surgical, cardiopulmonary, and medically complex patients.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing leadership, hospital administration, case management, and interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes.
• Monitor clinical outcomes, patient satisfaction, quality indicators, and departmental performance measures.
• Ensure compliance with Washington State Department of Health regulations, hospital policies, accreditation standards, Medicare requirements, and applicable federal and state laws.
• Develop and implement quality improvement initiatives, strategic plans, and departmental goals.
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding, staff development, competency assessments, and performance evaluations.
• Maintain accurate departmental reporting, budgeting, and regulatory documentation.
• Support business development efforts and community outreach initiatives to strengthen rehabilitation services.
• Provide direct patient care as needed within the scope of Washington Physical Therapist licensure.

Qualifications

Required

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or Master of Physical Therapy (MPT) from a CAPTE-accredited program.
• Current and unrestricted Washington Physical Therapist License issued by the Washington State Department of Health, or eligibility to obtain licensure prior to start date.
• Successful completion of the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE).
• Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in acute care, hospital-based rehabilitation, inpatient rehabilitation, outpatient rehabilitation, or a related setting.
• Current CPR/BLS certification or ability to obtain upon hire.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred

• Previous rehabilitation management, supervisory, or leadership experience.
• Experience overseeing multidisciplinary rehabilitation teams.
• Experience with program development, operational management, budgeting, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with Joint Commission standards, Medicare regulations, and hospital accreditation requirements.
• Advanced certifications or specialty credentials in rehabilitation, leadership, or healthcare management.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation: $98,000–$110,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Retirement plan options.
• Continuing education and professional development support.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Sign-on bonus potential.
• Relocation assistance available to qualified candidates.
• Opportunities for executive leadership growth and career advancement.

Why Career Links?

We take pride in successfully pairing the best healthcare professionals with top-tier healthcare facilities nationwide. Our commitment is to serve you with understanding, integrity, and professionalism. At Career Links, you'll find the support, resources, and opportunities needed to grow your career while making a meaningful impact on patient care.

Apply Today

If you're a licensed Physical Therapist ready to take the next step in your leadership career, we'd love to hear from you. Join Career Links and help shape the future of a growing hospital-based rehabilitation program while improving the lives of patients throughout Washington.