Director of Rehab - Open to PTA, COTA
About The Position
Independence Rehab is seeking a Director of Rehabilitation to lead our therapy department at Bethany at Silver Lake, a well-respected skilled nursing facility in Everett, Washington. This is a leadership role where you'll guide a multidisciplinary therapy team while maintaining a clinical presence and helping drive strong patient outcomes. You'll have the support of a therapist-owned organization that values clinical judgment, leadership development, and sustainable expectations. If you're ready to step into (or grow within) a leadership role where your voice matters, this is a great opportunity. About Independence Rehab: At Independence Rehab, our mission is simple: Provide exceptional care while helping patients maintain independence, dignity, and quality of life. We are a people-first organization, guided by our core values: Lead with integrity. Empower people. Deliver outcomes. We operate therapy services independently within our partner facilities, allowing us to support our clinicians, maintain realistic expectations, and prioritize quality care.
Requirements
- Current Washington State PTA or COTA license in good standing
- Minimum 1 year of experience in a skilled nursing facility
- Strong understanding of Medicare, Medicaid, and PDPM reimbursement
- Organized, detail-oriented, and accountable
- Confident communicator with the ability to lead and motivate a team
- Passion for working with the geriatric population
Nice To Haves
- Prior DOR or leadership experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Leading and supporting a team of PT, OT, and SLP clinicians (FT, PT, PRN)
- Managing day-to-day therapy operations, scheduling, and staffing
- Building strong relationships with facility leadership and interdisciplinary teams
- Participating in facility management and care coordination meetings
- Supporting recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding of therapy staff
- Managing department performance, including productivity and financial outcomes
- Ensuring compliance with all regulatory, documentation, and billing requirements (PDPM)
- Training and mentoring team members on clinical and operational best practices
- Serving as a point of contact for patients and families when needed
- Maintaining a clinical caseload (approximately 50% productivity, adjusted based on facility needs)
Benefits
- Salaried position + monthly bonus opportunity
- Realistic and sustainable productivity expectations
- Autonomy in managing your department
- Strong corporate support without micromanagement
- Stable leadership and low turnover
- Flexibility in structuring your day
- Therapy team operates independently from nursing management
- Strong reputation for clinical outcomes and team culture
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
