Director of Rehabilitation

Reliant Rehabilitation•Saint Joseph Charter Township, MI

1d•$37 - $50

About The Position

The Director of Rehabilitation (DOR) leads and manages the rehabilitation department to meet resident care needs while aligning operations with company financial goals and regulatory requirements. The role provides strategic oversight of staff, clients, and referral sources, supporting excellence in patient care, employee engagement, customer service, and financial performance. The DOR upholds professional standards and fosters positive relationships with facility staff and clients, representing Reliant Rehabilitation’s commitment to quality and service. The DOR may provide or oversee therapy services, including resident screenings, evaluations, treatments, and documentation, in accordance with applicable state and federal guidelines. The role also requires maintaining confidentiality, following the state practice act in the state or states where licensed, and keeping informed about industry trends and regulatory changes.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience as a Physical Therapist, Physical Therapist Assistant, Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Speech-Language Pathologist, or Rehab Technician.
A current and active license in Physical Therapy, Physical Therapist Assistant, Occupational Therapy, Occupational Therapy Assistant, or Speech-Language Pathology, if serving as a therapist.
For a therapist role, a degree in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution.
For Rehab Technicians, a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Assign patient scheduling and delegate departmental responsibilities to staff as needed.
Supervise, train, evaluate, and support team members 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, payer compliance, and a comprehensive reflection of patient status and outcomes.
Promote collaboration and effective communication across departments.
Communicate with facility administration about 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 resident screenings, evaluations, treatments, and related documentation in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with the applicable state practice act.