Rehab Director – JACKSON, TN

An exempt position responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the department while providing clinical leadership and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered orthopedic rehabilitation services.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and direction for the Rehabilitation Department and its daily operations.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered rehabilitation services consistent with evidence-based practices.
• Lead, supervise, and support rehabilitation staff, including hiring, training, performance management, and professional development.
• Collaborate closely with orthopedic physicians, advanced practice professionals, and other clinical departments to promote coordinated patient care.
• Establish and monitor departmental goals, productivity, patient outcomes, and quality measures.
• Develop and maintain efficient workflows, staffing schedules, and processes to optimize patient access and department performance.
• Promote a positive, professional, and collaborative work environment focused on teamwork and exceptional patient service.
• Ensure compliance with applicable healthcare regulations, professional standards, organizational policies, and payer requirements.
• Monitor departmental needs related to staffing, equipment, supplies, and budget; make recommendations to administration as appropriate.
• Identify opportunities to improve and expand rehabilitation services and support the continued growth of the department.
• Address patient concerns and promote a positive patient experience throughout the rehabilitation process.
• Participate in leadership meetings, quality improvement initiatives, strategic planning, and other organizational activities as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree (DPT preferred) in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or another related rehabilitation field required.
• Current, unrestricted Tennessee license appropriate to the individual’s professional discipline required.
• Current CPR/BLS certification required.
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical rehabilitation experience, preferably in an orthopedic or outpatient setting.
• Minimum of 2 years of supervisory or management experience preferred.
• Experience working in an orthopedic clinic or physician practice strongly preferred.
• Experience with healthcare operations, staff development, performance management, and departmental budgeting preferred.

Schedule

Full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.