Director of Rehabilitation

Reliant Rehabilitation•Troy, MI

About The Position

The Director of Rehabilitation (DOR) leads and manages the rehabilitation department to meet resident care needs while aligning with company financial goals and regulatory requirements. Through leadership and strategic oversight of staff, clients, and referral sources, the DOR promotes excellence in patient care, employee engagement, customer service, and financial performance. The role upholds professional standards and builds positive relationships with facility staff and clients, representing Reliant Rehabilitation’s commitment to quality and service.

Requirements

A degree in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution; alternatively, Rehab Technicians must have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Two years of experience as a Physical Therapist, Physical Therapist Assistant, Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Speech-Language Pathologist, or Rehab Tech.
A current and active license in Physical Therapy, Physical Therapy Assisting, Occupational Therapy, Occupational Therapy Assisting, or Speech-Language Pathology is required if serving as a therapist.

Responsibilities

Assign patient schedules 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 recruiting and interviewing departmental staff.
Ensure compliance with Reliant Rehabilitation and facility-specific policies and procedures.
Oversee documentation 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.
Ensure timely and accurate completion of MDS reporting and billing documentation.
Foster professional growth through collaboration, self-study, and continuing education.
Maintain a valid state license, as applicable, and stay informed about industry trends and regulatory changes.
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 licensed.