Director of Rehab
About The Position
Innovate Rehab and Wellness is hiring a full-time Director of Rehabilitation to oversee rehabilitative services at a skilled nursing facility in Sedalia, Missouri. The role combines clinical and administrative responsibilities and is scheduled during daytime hours. The Director ensures rehabilitation programs meet clinical standards, regulatory requirements, and patient-centered goals while fostering a collaborative and efficient team environment. The position includes strategic leadership, staff supervision and development, clinical oversight, interdisciplinary coordination, and program development. The Director works with physicians, nurses, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to support individualized care plans and may perform resident assessments or treatment as needed. Innovate Rehab and Wellness describes itself as a therapist- and veteran-owned skilled healthcare provider with more than 25 years of experience. The organization emphasizes patient-centered care, one-on-one therapy, realistic scheduling, clinical outcomes, job satisfaction, and a supportive team culture.
Requirements
- Current state licensure as a PT, PTA, OT, COTA/OTA, or SLP.
- Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role.
- The qualifications section also lists a minimum of 2–3 years of clinical experience in long-term care.
- Knowledge of rehabilitation principles, healthcare regulations, and reimbursement models.
- Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
- Strong leadership and team-building skills.
- Excellent problem-solving and organizational ability.
- Ability to manage compliance and productivity metrics.
Nice To Haves
- Leadership and supervisory experience are strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement departmental goals, policies, and procedures aligned with organizational objectives.
- Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness and make data-driven decisions to improve outcomes.
- Train and supervise rehabilitation staff, including therapists and support personnel.
- Provide mentorship and coaching to support staff members’ professional growth.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including CMS and HIPAA requirements.
- Maintain high standards of patient care through evidence-based practices and continuous quality improvement.
- 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.
- Introduce innovative therapies and technologies to enhance patient recovery.
- Lead community outreach and education initiatives related to rehabilitation services.
- Perform occasional resident assessments and treatment as needed.
Benefits
- Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage.
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance.
- Voluntary supplemental life insurance.
- Vacation, sick, and holiday PTO.
- Health Savings Account (HSA).
- Voluntary critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage.
- 401(k).
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Employee discount marketplace.
- Professional growth and development support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
No Education Listed
