Director of Rehabilitation

Reliant Rehabilitation•Detroit, IL

2h•$35 - $40

About The Position

The Director of Rehabilitation (DOR) leads and manages the rehabilitation department to meet resident care needs while supporting company financial goals and regulatory requirements. The role provides strategic oversight of staff, clients, and referral sources, promoting quality patient care, employee engagement, customer service, and financial performance. The DOR upholds professional standards and builds positive relationships with facility staff and clients. The position may provide or oversee therapy services, including screenings, evaluations, treatments, and documentation, in accordance with applicable state and federal guidelines. Applicants for this role are described as PTA or COTA.

Requirements

Must hold 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.
At least 2 years of experience as a Physical Therapist, Physical Therapist Assistant, Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Speech-Language Pathologist, or Rehab Tech.
Therapists must possess a current and active license in Physical Therapy, Physical Therapist Assistant, Occupational Therapy, Occupational Therapy Assistant, or Speech-Language Pathology, as applicable.

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 recruitment and interviews for departmental staff.
Ensure compliance with Reliant Rehabilitation and facility-specific policies and procedures.
Oversee documentation for accuracy, clarity, payer compliance, and 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 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 budget targets.
Establish and implement departmental goals and strategies.
Ensure timely and accurate 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 and ensure compliance with the applicable state practice act.