Director of Rehabilitation
About The Position
Post Rehab Services at Andover Manor Rehab and Nursing is hiring a Director of Rehabilitation DOR for a full-time leadership role in our skilled nursing facility. This position is open to experienced Physical Therapists PT or Occupational Therapists OT ready to lead our rehab team. Join a respected organization delivering personalized care to residents while overseeing comprehensive therapy services. Why Choose to Work as a Director of Rehabilitation in a Skilled Nursing Facility? Working as a DOR in an SNF offers unique rewards that many therapists in leadership roles find deeply fulfilling: Lead a dedicated interdisciplinary therapy team and drive meaningful, long-term resident progress in mobility, function, independence, and quality of life , seeing the direct impact of your strategic guidance on outcomes and preventing complications. Manage a diverse, high-volume caseload environment with varied diagnoses, allowing you to shape functional, evidence-based rehab programs , with more stable operations and focused oversight than in acute or outpatient settings. Collaborate closely with facility leadership, nursing, physicians, and the broader care team in a supportive environment, where your leadership ensures compliance, and elevates overall resident care and satisfaction. Benefit from strong job stability, competitive leadership compensation in nursing facilities, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a real strategic difference in geriatric and post-acute care amid growing demand for effective rehab management. In this Director of Rehabilitation role, you'll : Oversee day-to-day operations of the rehabilitation department, including PT, OT, and SLP services. Provide strong leadership to the therapy team ; managing schedules, productivity, caseloads, staff development, performance evaluations, and compliance with federal/state regulations and PDPM guidelines. Develop, implement, and evaluate rehab programs and services to ensure clinical excellence, high-quality care, and positive resident outcomes. Act as a liaison between therapy, facility administration, nursing, medical staff, and external partners while maintaining accurate documentation. We're seeking a collaborative, experienced Director of Rehabilitation DOR (PT or OT) who thrives in leadership, enjoys team environments, ongoing training, CEUs, and contributing to operational decisions. Ready to lead skilled nursing therapy and make a lasting impact? Apply now!
Requirements
- Active state Physical Therapist (PT) or Occupational Therapist (OT) license
- SNF experience is required
- Strong knowledge of Medicare/PDPM, regulatory compliance, and therapy best practices
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience as an ADOR or DOR is a plus
Responsibilities
- Oversee day-to-day operations of the rehabilitation department, including PT, OT, and SLP services.
- Provide strong leadership to the therapy team ; managing schedules, productivity, caseloads, staff development, performance evaluations, and compliance with federal/state regulations and PDPM guidelines.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate rehab programs and services to ensure clinical excellence, high-quality care, and positive resident outcomes.
- Act as a liaison between therapy, facility administration, nursing, medical staff, and external partners while maintaining accurate documentation.
Benefits
- Unlimited referral bonus ; up to $1,000 per successful referral.
- Multiple locations may be available , but optional, for PRN coverage
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Annual reviews with raise opportunities
- CEU reimbursement
- Parental leave, disability insurance, advancement paths, and more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
No Education Listed
