Perm Director of Rehab

10% Salary placement fee
Salary range: $40-$50
40 hours
Monday - Froday
Cannot take new
Can accept any discipline (PT, OT, SLP, PTA, OTA)
Company owned Skilled Nursing Facility with established rehab team. Facility is located on the southern coast of Maine.

About the role

As a Director of Rehab, you will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for a comprehensive rehabilitation department. You will be responsible for the clinical, administrative, and financial performance of therapy services, ensuring the highest standards of patient care while managing staff development, regulatory compliance, and departmental growth. This leadership position requires you to balance clinical expertise with strong management capabilities.

You will collaborate closely with physicians, nursing leadership, and facility administrators to integrate rehabilitation services into the broader care continuum. Your role encompasses quality assurance, budget management, and the development of evidence-based treatment protocols that optimize patient outcomes and support the mission of the healthcare organization.

What you will do

• Oversee daily operations of the rehabilitation department, including staffing, scheduling, and resource allocation
• Recruit, hire, train, and evaluate physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and support staff
• Develop and implement clinical programs, policies, and procedures that align with current best practices and regulatory standards
• Monitor departmental budget, productivity metrics, and financial performance to ensure fiscal responsibility
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and accreditation requirements including CARF, Joint Commission, or CMS standards
• Conduct quality improvement initiatives and analyze patient outcomes data to enhance service delivery
• Serve as a liaison between the rehabilitation department and other clinical departments, administration, and external stakeholders

What you need

• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or Speech-Language Pathologist per state requirements
• Minimum of three to five years of clinical experience in rehabilitation services
• Prior leadership, supervisory, or management experience in a healthcare setting
• Strong understanding of Medicare, Medicaid, and third-party payer regulations related to therapy services
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and rehabilitation management software

Where you will work

Directors of Rehab work in a variety of healthcare settings including acute care hospitals, inpatient rehabilitation facilities, skilled nursing facilities, outpatient clinics, and long-term acute care hospitals. You will spend time in both clinical treatment areas and administrative office spaces.