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Reliant Rehabilitation

Director of Rehabilitation

Reliant Rehabilitation, Chelsea, Massachusetts, us, 02150

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Director of Rehabilitation Reliant Rehabilitation, a leading rehab therapy provider for skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) and long‑term acute hospitals (LTACHs), is looking for a Director of Rehabilitation to lead its therapy team.

Overview When you join Reliant’s therapy team, you join a group that makes a very real impact in the lives of the patients and residents we serve.

Our therapists provide necessary rehabilitation services for our most vulnerable population.

As a director, you will also have the opportunity to advance your career through our continuing education platform, climbing the clinical ladder and serving with others who are working at the top of their discipline.

We promote from within and take great pride in fostering growth for our therapists and leaders.

Why Reliant

Reliant is the largest independent rehab therapy provider to skilled nursing facilities and long‑term acute hospitals (LTACHs)

Great corporate support

Therapy company run by therapists with decades of experience

Desire for you to grow as a therapist and as a leader in our industry

Currently in 38+ states with approximately 850 buildings, offering opportunities that fit any therapist’s needs in location, schedule, or development

Reliant Benefits May Include

Competitive pay packages

Medical, dental, vision and company‑paid life insurance

401(k) savings plan with employer match

PTO share program

PTO buy‑back program

Annual performance reviews

Maternity support program

Company‑sponsored continuing education courses

Clinical leadership support

Tuition loan repayment program

Flexible schedules

Education / Experience

Must possess a degree in Physical, Occupational or Speech Therapy from an accredited school; or

If a rehab tech, high school diploma, GED or equivalent, and

Two (2) years of experience as a Physical Therapist, Physical Therapist Assistant, Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Speech‑Language Pathologist Therapist, or Rehab Tech

Computer Skills

Computer literate and proficient in clinical documentation

Basic internet navigation skills

Certificates and Licenses

Must hold a current and active license as one of the following: Physical Therapist, Physical Therapist Assistant, Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapy Assistant, or Speech‑Language Pathologist; if the person is a therapist

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervises the work of others in the facility to include, but not limited to: training, scheduling, coaching, resolving issues, maintaining personnel records, and assisting with discipline

Rate range is an estimate and may vary based on skill set and location(s)

Responsibilities Summary

The Director of Rehabilitation (DOR) is responsible for managing and supervising the rehabilitation department to meet resident needs, the company’s fiscal requirements, and federal and state regulations.

The DOR will achieve specific patient care, employee relations, customer service, and financial objectives through strong leadership and effective management of staff, customers, and referral sources.

Maintains professional conduct, including positive levels of interaction and rapport with facilities and clients.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assign patient scheduling and other responsibilities to staff as needed

Supervise, orient, train, evaluate, and counsel department team members to improve their job performance and maintain high standards of performance and patient quality care, in conjunction with the Regional Director of Operations and Human Resources

May assist with the interview process for hiring department team members

Ensure compliance with Reliant Rehabilitation and facility specific policies and procedures for the department

Ensure that therapists and therapy assistants are compliant with documentation in the medical record that:

is accurate and concise

meets governmental and third‑party payor requirements

minimizes duplication

reflects a clear picture of the patient’s status, the skilled intervention, and the patient’s outcomes

Communicate and coordinate department functions with other services in a constructive manner that promotes team rapport and effectiveness

Communicate effectively with administration regarding department programs, goals, objectives, risks, and successes

Communicates effectively to the public (including medical personnel) within the community regarding the therapy services offered by Reliant Rehabilitation

Participate in utilization review, quality assurance, resident care conferences, admission meetings, department head meetings, community education planning, and rehabilitation conferences

Responsible for revenue and expense controls to meet budgetary requirements

Establish goals and objectives for the department and implement strategies and activities to obtain success

Ensure timely and accurate reporting of MDS information

Ensure timely and accurate billing of services provided and completion of required documentation and maintain quality of services

Enhance clinical expertise, professional and management skills through interaction with managers, therapists and other professional staff, self‑study, and other continuing education activities

Maintain valid state license (where appropriate) and maintain awareness of issues related to the therapy profession and the healthcare environment

Optimize the functionality and skills of patients by providing, directing, and/or overseeing therapy (for corresponding discipline) when needed, in the following areas:

screening of residents, as appropriate

evaluate and treat patients who may benefit from therapy; as referred by state approved referral source

comply with state and federal guidelines regarding accurate and timely billing and documentation in the medical record

Qualifications Interested in learning about us or other opportunities? Please visit our website.

Complete job description available upon request

Seniority level Director

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Health Care Provider

Industries Hospitals and Health Care

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