Occupational Therapist - Rehabilitation Program Coordinator

Hillcrest Health • Glenwood, IA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Innovate Rehab and Wellness, in partnership with Hillcrest Health & Living, is looking for a collaborative and clinically strong Occupational Therapist Rehab Program Coordinator to lead and elevate therapy services within our senior care communities. This is an opportunity to step into a leadership role where you will shape clinical outcomes, mentor a multidisciplinary therapy team, and drive excellence in rehabilitation services for aging adults. At Innovate Rehab and Wellness, our mission is simple: Inspiring people to live their best lives. We are looking for a therapist-leader who values clinical quality, teamwork, accountability, and meaningful patient care.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program required.
• Active Occupational Therapist license in Nebraska or Iowa, based on assigned location, required.
• One to two years of therapy experience in acute care, post-acute care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or a similar setting.
• Strong understanding of therapy documentation, care planning, clinical outcomes, and reimbursement processes.
• Ability to lead, coach, and support a multidisciplinary therapy team.
• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A calm, flexible, and professional approach when working with patients, families, and team members.
• Comfort using healthcare technology, documentation systems, and productivity tools.
• A commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care and continuous improvement.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write English.
• Must be able to independently lift up to 35 pounds.
• Must be able to perform repetitive sitting, bending, standing, and movement as needed.
• Must be comfortable working with diverse patient populations and emotionally challenging situations.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail.
• Must be able to utilize technology and resources efficiently and effectively.
• Possible exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.

Nice To Haves

• Prior leadership, team lead, supervisory, or operational management experience preferred.
• Additional licensure, certifications, or credentials may be required based on community and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate an interdisciplinary therapy team, including Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech Therapy.
• Support strong patient outcomes through effective care planning, clinical oversight, communication, and collaboration.
• Oversee therapy scheduling, caseload management, team productivity, and daily operational needs.
• Manage and monitor the PPS process, including accurate coding, documentation, care planning, and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure therapy practices align with federal and state regulations, reimbursement requirements, and professional standards.
• Review therapy plans of care, interventions, progress, outcomes, documentation, and fiscal performance.
• Lead quality improvement efforts through QAPI initiatives, audits, performance monitoring, and action planning.
• Partner with nursing and facility leadership to support long-term care programming and coordinated patient care.
• Participate in triple-check processes, annual budget planning, and resource management.
• Support onboarding, mentoring, coaching, and professional development for therapy team members.
• Provide direct patient care within your licensed discipline as needed.
• Ensure therapy equipment, supplies, workspaces, and treatment environments meet safety and operational standards.
• Build positive, professional relationships with patients, families, providers, team members, and community leaders.

Benefits

• Meaningful rehabilitation services that help patients regain function, improve confidence, and live as independently as possible.
• Opportunity to influence both patient outcomes and team success.
• Help create a therapy environment where clinicians are supported, patients are seen as individuals, and quality care remains at the center of every decision.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level