Rehabilitation Manager - Physical Therapist (PT) or Occupational Therapist (OT)

Dove Healthcare • Rice Lake, WI

7d

About The Position

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Rehabilitation Manager (PT or OT) to lead our therapy team and oversee daily rehabilitation services. This role combines clinical expertise with operational leadership to ensure high-quality patient care, staff development, regulatory compliance, and program growth. The ideal candidate is a motivated clinician with strong leadership skills, a passion for patient outcomes, and the ability to foster a collaborative, supportive team environment.

Requirements

• Licensed Physical Therapist (PT) or Occupational Therapist (OT)
• Graduate of an accredited program
• At least 3 years of clinical experience
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Passion for working with older adults

Nice To Haves

• Previous SNF experience
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience
• Knowledge of PDPM and skilled nursing regulations
• Experience with electronic medical records

Responsibilities

• Lead the Therapy Team
• Provide day-to-day direction and support to therapy staff
• Help create schedules and manage caseloads
• Mentor clinicians and support professional growth
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and performance reviews
• Support Great Patient Care
• Ensure residents receive high-quality, person-centered therapy
• Jump in to treat patients as needed
• Help manage complex cases and discharge planning
• Monitor outcomes and adjust programs for success
• Keep Things Running Smoothly
• Oversee documentation and regulatory compliance (Medicare/PDPM)
• Track productivity and department performance
• Coordinate with nursing and administration
• Prepare for surveys and audits
• Grow the Program
• Look for ways to improve services and resident outcomes
• Support census growth and community relationships
• Promote a team culture that's positive, respectful, and collaborative

Benefits

• choose your own health insurance - our benefit design offers the flexibility to choose the plan that works best for you and your family!
• company paid life and AD&D insurance
• dental and vision Insurance
• wellness incentives, including onsite gyms, health club reimbursement, weight loss program reimbursement
• supplemental benefits, including short-term disability, life insurance, critical illness, accident coverage, hospital indemnity, cancer
• paid time off (PTO)
• floating holiday
• employee assistance program (EAP)
• early wage access through DailyPay
• childcare assistance - up to 20%
• 401k, with company match
• financial planning resources
• referral bonus - up to $700 per referral
• tuition reimbursement / scholarship opportunities
• continuing education
• career mapping

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees