Director of Rehabilitation

Franklin Heights Nursing & Rehabilitation Center•El Paso, TX

About The Position

Creative Solutions in Healthcare is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Director of Rehabilitation to lead its in-house rehabilitation team. The role manages the rehabilitation program for a facility or designated locations, coordinating staffing and patient care to meet clinical and operational needs. The Director also provides direct patient care within their licensed discipline of physical therapy, occupational therapy, or speech-language pathology, while supporting person-centered care and positive outcomes for residents. The Director oversees compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, and other reimbursement regulations; documentation and productivity standards; departmental billing; and the maintenance and utilization of rehabilitation space and equipment. The position contributes to hiring, training, staff development, marketing, facility performance improvement, revenue and expense monitoring, and strategic planning. It also supports new staff orientation and ensures programs follow facility procedures and standards. This is an in-house rehabilitation role, not a contracted position. The employer offers flexible schedules and growth opportunities within a supportive company culture. Benefits listed are offered to full-time employees.

Requirements

Current license as a Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or Speech-Language Pathologist.
Strong organizational, communication, and team-building skills.
Familiarity with Medicare, Medicaid, and alternative payment model guidelines.
Ability to provide high-quality patient care while leading a dynamic therapy team.
Proactive, compassionate approach and commitment to achieving positive resident outcomes.

Nice To Haves

Previous leadership experience in a long-term care or rehabilitation setting is preferred.
New graduates with strong leadership potential are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Manage the rehabilitation program for the facility or designated locations.
Coordinate staffing levels and patient care to meet clinical and operational needs.
Provide ongoing communication and updates to patients, clients, and team members.
Deliver direct patient care in the Director’s licensed discipline: PT, OT, or SLP.
Monitor and ensure compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, and other reimbursement regulations.
Evaluate and counsel team members and maintain high standards of documentation.
Oversee productivity standards to meet clinical benchmarks and company expectations.
Support marketing and facility performance improvement initiatives.
Participate in hiring, training, and ongoing development of therapy staff.
Review departmental billing and reconcile data for accuracy and timeliness.
Ensure rehabilitation space and equipment are properly maintained and utilized.
Foster team unity and effectiveness through compassionate leadership and communication.
Monitor revenue and expenses and drive operational success through strategic planning.
Support new staff orientation and continued professional development.
Ensure all programs meet facility procedures and standards.