Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership Assist the Director of Rehab in managing the daily operations of the therapy department to ensure high-quality patient care.
Staff Supervision Provide guidance, mentorship, and clinical oversight to Physical, Occupational, and Speech therapy staff.
Scheduling and Caseload Management Coordinate therapist schedules and patient assignments to ensure optimal staffing levels and 40-hour weekly guarantees.
Quality Assurance Participate in clinical audits and quality improvement initiatives to ensure compliance with facility and regulatory standards.
Patient Care Delivery Maintain a partial clinical caseload, providing skilled therapy services in your primary discipline (PT, OT, or SLP).
Documentation Review Review clinical documentation for accuracy, medical necessity, and timeliness to support reimbursement and compliance.
Interdisciplinary Liaison Act as a point of contact between the rehab department, nursing leadership, and facility administration to coordinate care.

Qualifications

Leadership Experience Proven ability to lead a team, manage conflict, and drive clinical excellence in a rehabilitation setting.
Clinical Proficiency Strong foundation in your specific therapy discipline with a clear understanding of multidisciplinary rehab goals.
Organizational Skills Ability to multitask, manage administrative deadlines, and adapt to changing facility needs in a permanent role.
Communication Skills Exceptional interpersonal skills for motivating staff and communicating with families and physicians.
Regulatory Knowledge Deep understanding of Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance reimbursement models and compliance requirements.

Professional License Must hold an active and unencumbered state license in Physical Therapy (PT), Occupational Therapy (OT), or Speech-Language Pathology (SLP).
BLS Certification Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers.
Education Graduate of an accredited therapy program in your respective discipline (DPT, MSPT, OTR/L, or SLP-CCC).
Experience Minimum of 2–3 years of clinical experience, with prior lead therapist or supervisory experience preferred.