PTA Clinical Lead - Outpatient Assisted Living

Independence Rehab•Portland, OR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Clinical Lead - Outpatient Assisted Living Independence Rehab - Rose Villa Senior Living | Portland OR Full-Time | Flexible Schedule | Therapist-Owned Helping People Stay Independent in the Later Chapters of Life Independence Rehab is seeking a compassionate Clinical Lead who finds purpose in helping older adults regain mobility, confidence, and dignity - while leading a therapy team that delivers meaningful outcomes every day. This role blends clinical practice with leadership. You'll shape team culture, support clinicians, and partner with facility leadership to ensure therapy services remain patient-centered, compliant, and sustainable. Whether you're an experienced manager or a strong clinician ready to grow into leadership, Independence Rehab is a place where leaders feel supported and teams feel the difference.

Requirements

Current Washington State Physical Therapist Assistant in good standing
Minimum one-year SNF clinical experience
Solid understanding of Medicare, Medicaid, private pay, and PDPM reimbursement
Driven, teachable, detail-oriented, and organized
Competent and confident leading, motivating, and developing others
Sincere love for the geriatric population - they are who matter most

Nice To Haves

Prior DOR experience preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Overseeing the entire therapy department including full-time, part-time, and PRN staff
Attending multi-disciplinary facility management meetings
Managing relationships with facility leadership and administration
Interviewing and hiring therapy staff in partnership with Recruiting
Creating and managing therapy team schedules
Monitoring department revenue and expenses to support sustainable profitability
Serving as a key contact for patients, families, and caregivers
Carrying a regular caseload (minimum ~50% productivity; varies by program size)
Ensuring strict compliance with regulatory requirements and documentation standards
Training and mentoring staff on policies, procedures, and clinical expectations
Supporting a culture focused on functional outcomes and team collaboration