Director of Rehabilitation

Job Description

Job DescriptionDirector of Rehabilitation (DOR)

South Hadley | Full-Time

Lead a High-Performing Therapy Team. Drive Clinical Excellence.

South Hadley is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Director of Rehabilitation (DOR) to lead our in-house therapy department. This is an exciting opportunity for a licensed rehabilitation professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for delivering exceptional patient outcomes. Physical Therapists (PT) are preferred; however, licensed Occupational Therapists (OT), Speech-Language Pathologists (SLP), Physical Therapist Assistants (PTA), and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTA) are encouraged to apply.

As the Director of Rehabilitation, you will provide strategic and operational leadership while fostering a collaborative, patient-centered environment focused on clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, and team success.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the daily operations of the Rehabilitation Department

• Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing interdisciplinary therapy team

• Manage staffing, scheduling, productivity, and departmental performance

• Ensure compliance with Medicare, state, federal, and company regulations

• Drive quality outcomes, patient satisfaction, and operational excellence

• Monitor clinical documentation, reimbursement, and therapy program effectiveness

• Collaborate with physicians, nursing leadership, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care

• Analyze department metrics and implement strategies to improve efficiency and outcomes

• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous professional development
  

Qualifications

• Active Massachusetts license as a PT (preferred), OT, SLP, PTA, or COTA

• Previous rehabilitation management or Director of Rehabilitation experience preferred

• Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or post-acute rehabilitation experience strongly preferred

• Strong knowledge of Medicare, PDPM, rehabilitation operations, and regulatory compliance

• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and decision-making skills

• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, improve clinical outcomes, and achieve operational goals
  

Why Join South Hadley?

✅ Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
✅ Supportive leadership and collaborative culture
✅ Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
✅ In-house therapy program focused on quality patient care
✅ Make a meaningful impact on patients, residents, and your team every day

If you're ready to lead a successful rehabilitation department and make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your leadership career at South Hadley!

Recruiter Contact Information
Call | Text | Email Stormie
469-720-0772
ssickles@qrmhealth.com