Director of Rehabilitation

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily operations of the Rehabilitation Services department to achieve high-quality patient care and effective team collaboration.
• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of all rehabilitation services, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy modalities.
• Works with the Regional Manager and Administrator to develop yearly budgets and effective controls on expenditures.
• Plans department staffing on the basis of patient need, projected income, and operating expenses.
• Treat patients and families with respect and empathy, addressing their needs and involving them in the development of care plans.
• Ensure the rehabilitation team creates and implements education plans for patients and families, evaluating learning outcomes to enhance patient engagement and adherence.
• Act as a liaison between patients, physicians, and interdisciplinary care teams to facilitate optimal outcomes.
• Stay updated with and implement new regulatory requirements; proactively adjust program policies and practices as needed.
• Monitor the quality and appropriateness of therapy services and documentation supporting services, ensuring alignment with evidence-based standards, billing, coding, and quality measures.
• Conduct facility reviews to confirm compliance with state licensure, reimbursement guidelines, and accreditation standards.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, advising management on policy updates and necessary changes.
• Support interdisciplinary initiatives and collaborate with other department leaders to drive comprehensive patient care programs and improve facility and department quality metrics.

Qualifications

• A current active professional license in the state of practice as a Physical Therapist, Physical Therapy Assistant, Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapy Assistant, or Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience in rehabilitation services is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of CMS regulations, MDS assessment procedures, and the Patient-Driven Payment Model (PDPM).

Benefits

• Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Vacation/Sick/Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Based on State
• Paid Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discounts (movies, restaurants, gifts, & more)
• 401-K