Director of Rehabilitation

(Licensed PT/PTA/OT/COTA/SLP)

Innovate Rehab and Wellness

Status: Full-time
Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility
Schedule: Daytime hours with leadership/administrative responsibilities

About Us

• 25 years as a leading skilled health care provider
• Therapist- and veteran-owned
• Focus on industry-leading, patient-centered care
• Supportive, collaborative team culture

Why Join Us

• One-on-one therapy focus
• Group/concurrent treatments under 1%
• Realistic scheduling to support work-life balance
Strong emphasis on clinical outcomes and job satisfaction

Benefits (Start Day 1 – Full-Time)

• Medical, prescription, dental & vision
• Short-term & long-term disability

Additional Benefits

• Employer-paid basic life & AD&D
• Voluntary supplemental life insurance
• PTO: vacation, sick, holiday
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Voluntary critical illness, accident & hospital indemnity
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee discount marketplace
• Professional growth and development suppor

Position Summary

• Responsible for overseeing the delivery of high-quality rehabilitative services
• Ensure that all rehabilitation programs meet clinical standards, regulatory requirements, and patient-centered goals while
• Foster a collaborative and efficient team environment.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and implement departmental goals, policies, and procedures aligned with organizational objectives
• Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness, making data-driven decisions to improve outcomes

Team Management

• Train and supervise rehabilitation staff, including therapists and support personnel
• Provide mentorship and coaching to promote professional growth

Clinical Oversight

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including CMS and HIPAA
• Maintain high standards of patient care through evidence-based practices and continuous quality improvement

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

• Coordinate with physicians, nurses, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to develop and execute individualized care plans
• Serve as a liaison between rehabilitation services and other departments

Program Development

• Introduce innovative therapies and technologies to enhance patient recovery
• Lead community outreach and education initiatives related to rehabilitation services

Qualifications

• Current state licensure in one of the following disciplines: PT, PTA, OT, COTA, or SLP
• Minimum 5 years of clinical experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role
• Strong knowledge of rehabilitation principles, healthcare regulations, and reimbursement models
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualifications

• Licensed PT, OT, SLP, PTA, or COTA/OTA.
• Minimum 2–3 years of clinical experience in long-term care.
• Leadership and supervisory experience strongly preferred.

Core Competencies

• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational ability.
• Ability to manage compliance and productivity metrics.

Physical Requirements

• Combination of clinical and administrative duties.
• Ability to perform occasional resident assessments and treatment as needed.
• Sit, stand, and move between therapy areas and resident rooms.
• Lift/carry up to 25 lbs; occasional assistance with transfers if providing direct care.