Rehab Director

Heritage•Quincy, MA

About The Position

HealthPro Heritage is hiring a Director of Rehab in Quincy, Massachusetts, for its established rehabilitation team in a supportive long-term care environment. The opportunity is open to a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant. The director will lead, develop, and support a high-performing therapy team while maintaining a clinical caseload and overseeing the quality, compliance, growth, and operations of rehabilitation services. An RD incentive bonus is offered. HealthPro Heritage describes itself as a therapist-led organization providing clinical services in settings including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, and pediatric schools and clinics. It emphasizes purpose-driven care, professional growth, collaboration, clinical excellence, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Degree in a required discipline: Physical, Occupational, or Speech Therapy, and/or Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy Assisting.
Valid state licensure as a PT, OT, SLP, PTA, or COTA, or be license eligible.
At least 3–5 years of clinical experience in rehabilitation or a related healthcare field.
Strong ability to lead, motivate, and manage a multidisciplinary team of therapists and support staff.
Deep understanding of rehabilitation principles, practices, and patient care protocols.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for interacting with staff, patients, families, and stakeholders.
Effective decision-making and critical-thinking skills.
Strong organizational skills, including the ability to manage schedules, resources, and budgets.
Familiarity with healthcare regulations, including HIPAA, Medicare/Medicaid, and other applicable laws.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory or management experience in a healthcare setting, ideally in rehabilitation therapy.

Responsibilities

Directly manage and supervise clinical therapy staff, including hiring and performance appraisals, and foster a positive team atmosphere.
Monitor personnel compliance and credentials, and develop corrective action plans when necessary.
Maintain a clinical caseload and ensure high-quality therapy services in compliance with regulatory standards such as CARF and JCAHO.
Review therapy programs and services to assess their effectiveness and efficiency.
Develop strategies to expand therapy programs, build caseloads, and implement initiatives such as fitness or dementia programs.
Lead marketing efforts with local hospitals, physicians, and the community to promote the therapy program.
Oversee patient and therapist scheduling to ensure adequate coverage.
Track and report assessment-period data and ensure proper documentation and adherence to Medicare and company guidelines.
Investigate and resolve patient-, staff-, or service-related issues, supporting open communication and problem-solving.
Provide ongoing education and in-service training to staff and community members.
Maintain current knowledge of laws and regulations governing rehabilitation services.
Promote a safe environment by complying with infection-control and OSHA standards and ensuring proper use of tools and equipment.