Director of Rehabilitation

Country Meadows•Bethlehem, PA

About The Position

At Country Meadows Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, we believe residents thrive when they receive compassionate, evidence-based care delivered by a team that feels supported, empowered, and connected to a shared mission. We are seeking a Director of Rehabilitation who embodies this philosophy—someone who leads with clinical excellence, fosters a positive team culture, and is committed to helping each resident reach their highest level of functioning. In this key leadership role, the Director of Rehabilitation oversees all therapy services within the facility, guiding a multidisciplinary team of OTs, OTAs, PTs, PTAs, and SLPs. The Director ensures compliance with regulatory and payer requirements, supports quality outcomes, manages daily operations, and provides direct patient care when needed. This position plays a vital role in shaping both team performance and the resident experience.

Requirements

Licensed PT or OT (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate).
3–5 years of experience in skilled nursing, inpatient rehab, or post-acute care.
Prior supervisory or management experience preferred.
Strong understanding of PDPM, regulatory requirements, and documentation compliance.
Proven ability to lead, mentor, and inspire a multidisciplinary team.
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.
Commitment to ethical practice, resident-centered care, and continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

Prior supervisory or management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the rehabilitation department, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care.
Foster a collaborative, supportive, and engaged team environment rooted in Country Meadows’ values.
Oversee compliance with state/federal regulations, PDPM, documentation standards, and clinical best practices.
Monitor clinical outcomes and partner with therapists to drive quality improvement.
Support hiring, onboarding, coaching, mentoring, and performance evaluations for therapy staff.
Manage daily operations including scheduling, equipment readiness, workflow, and utilization.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team on care plans, progress reviews, and discharge planning.
Maintain accurate, timely departmental documentation and required reporting.

Benefits

Above standard industry pay and comprehensive benefits including Highmark Blue Shield and employer-matching 401(k)
Length of service bonus
Generous paid time off, including holidays, your birthday and a Personal Day of Meaning and the opportunity to roll over unused time
Supplemental life insurance, company-paid short-term disability and supplemental short- and long-term disability plans
Family-owned, private company based in Hershey, Pa.
Direct access to your supervisory team
Incentivized career paths and tuition reimbursement
On-the-job training and continuing education
Employee assistance program for you and your family
Co-worker Foundation (grants for in time of need)
Helping Hand interest-free loans