Director of Rehab- $2,000 Sign On Bonus

PACS

5d•$75,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Rehabilitation oversees the day-to-day operations of the rehabilitation department at assigned facilities. The role coordinates direct and indirect rehabilitation services for inpatient and outpatient populations, supervises rehabilitation personnel, and maintains administrative accountability for the clinical and operational delivery of services. The Director provides direct care alongside management responsibilities, ensures residents' rehabilitation needs are met, and develops or implements treatment programs to address clinical and operational needs. The Director supports staff scheduling, documentation, quality initiatives, productivity, billing, and regulatory compliance. The position works with facility teams, referral sources, residents, families, and other healthcare professionals to provide high-quality, resident-centered care and promote a positive, safe working environment. The role also includes staff hiring recommendations, training and development, performance input, and participation in facility and company meetings.

Requirements

Must be a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), as specified in the hiring announcement.
Current, appropriate South Carolina credentials and any required licensure.
Maintain a license in good standing and meet continuing education requirements applicable to state practice.
CPR certification if required by licensure.
Bachelor's degree in physical rehabilitation, occupational rehabilitation, and/or speech-language pathology, or an associate degree from an accredited OT or PT assistant program; the posting also specifically identifies COTA or PTA as eligible credentials.
Proficiency with computer skills for Net Health and Point Click Care.
Ability to read technical procedures and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from managers, coworkers, families, and other healthcare professionals.
Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to solve practical problems and interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule-form instructions.
Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to travel by car and/or plane as necessary.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including frequent standing and walking; occasional sitting and climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, and manipulating residents or equipment; and assisting, supporting, and transporting residents using safe handling practices.
Ability to communicate effectively by talking and hearing and to perceive and respond to tactile, auditory, and visual environmental cues.

Nice To Haves

Previous leadership or rehabilitation management experience.
Graduate of a master's or doctorate program in physical rehabilitation, occupational rehabilitation, and/or speech-language pathology.

Responsibilities

Oversee, coordinate, and manage the day-to-day operations of the rehabilitation department.
Directly supervise and guide therapists, assistants, aides, and students.
Schedule department staff to meet facility needs and determine an appropriate caseload in coordination with management responsibilities.
Provide direct care and ensure residents' rehabilitation needs are met.
Review rehabilitation services periodically and update them to meet changing needs.
Ensure adherence to regulatory standards and facility and company policies and procedures.
Ensure clinical documentation is complete, timely, and accurate; conduct periodic documentation reviews.
Participate in denials management and ensure claims and appeals are submitted in a timely manner according to company procedures.
Manage department productivity standards and approve departmental timecards and reported hours.
Ensure services are high quality and meet standards of practice.
Implement treatment programs, monitor outcomes, and adjust plans of care as appropriate.
Provide input and observations to the supervisor to support staff performance evaluations.
Foster positive working relationships with facility teams and referral sources.
Attend and participate in facility and company meetings as agreed with the facility and approved by the supervisor.
In-service staff on safe work practices, including body mechanics, safety, and judgment to reduce work-related injuries.
Organize rehabilitation orientation for new personnel and ensure required paperwork is completed and distributed to Human Resources on time.
Complete billing documentation accurately and promptly in accordance with company standards.
Recommend opportunities to improve the company and its services.
Travel by car and/or plane as necessary to reach assigned destinations within a reasonable time frame.
Maintain confidentiality of resident and company information.
Identify personal development, training, and continuing education needs in conjunction with the supervisor.
Identify new business sources and contacts.
Promote a positive attitude toward the company, its mission, philosophies, and goals among staff and the community.
Collaborate with therapists, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals to support exceptional resident care and individualized treatment plans.