Director of Rehabilitation

Responsibilities

• Assign patient scheduling and delegate departmental responsibilities to staff as needed
• Supervise, train, evaluate, and support team members to enhance performance and maintain high standards of care, in collaboration with the Regional Director of Operations and Human Resources
• Participate in the recruitment and interview process for departmental staff
• Ensure compliance with Reliant Rehabilitation and facility-specific policies and procedures
• Oversee documentation practices to ensure accuracy, clarity, compliance with payer requirements, and a comprehensive reflection of patient status and outcomes
• Promote collaboration and effective communication across departments to support team cohesion and operational efficiency
• Maintain open communication with facility administration regarding departmental goals, initiatives, risks, and achievements
• Represent Reliant Rehabilitation’s therapy services to the public and medical community
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings including utilization review, quality assurance, resident care conferences, admissions, department head meetings, and community education planning
• Monitor and manage departmental revenue and expenses to meet budgetary targets
• Establish and implement departmental goals and strategies to drive success
• Maintain a valid state license (as applicable) and stay informed on industry trends and regulatory changes
• Foster professional growth through collaboration, self-study, and continuing education
• Provide or oversee therapy services as needed, including resident screenings, evaluations, treatments, and documentation in accordance with state and federal guidelines
• Maintain confidentiality as appropriate and ensure compliance with the state practice act in the state(s) where you are licensed.

Qualifications

• Must hold a degree in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution; OR
• For Rehab Technicians: a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent is required
• Must possess a current and active license in one of the following disciplines, if serving as a therapist: Physical Therapist, Physical Therapist Assistant, Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapy Assistant, or Speech-Language Pathologist