Speech Pathologist Rehab Director

Director of Rehabilitation (DOR)

About the role

Leads and manages the rehabilitation department, ensuring compliance with regulations, supervising therapy staff, and maintaining patient care quality.

Responsibilities

• Manage staffing, scheduling, and supervision of therapy staff.
• Ensure compliance with Medicare, company, and state regulations.
• Monitor performance, documentation, and productivity.
• Serve as liaison with leadership and families.
• Provide direct clinical care as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, or Speech Therapist.
• At least one year of supervisory or management experience in a rehabilitation or long‑term care setting is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Medicare requirements and rehabilitation regulations.

Skills

• Leadership and supervisory skills.
• Organizational and communication skills.
• Problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Lift 50–100 lb safely.
• Frequent standing, walking, and administrative work.

Speech Therapist (ST)

About the role

Diagnoses and treats patients with speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders, developing therapy plans to maximize communication and swallowing safety.

Responsibilities

• Conduct diagnostic evaluations of speech, language, and swallowing.
• Develop and implement therapy plans.
• Document evaluations, treatment plans, and progress notes.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Speech‑Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC‑SLP) from ASHA when eligible.
• Current state license to practice as a Speech Therapist, maintained in good standing.
• At least one year of clinical experience is preferred.

Skills

• Expertise in communication and swallowing disorders.
• Strong documentation skills.
• Ability to educate patients and families.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Assist patients during therapy activities.
• Frequent sitting, standing, and light lifting.
• Healthcare and long‑term care facility work environment.