Assistant Director of Rehabilitation

Theradynamics; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching contributions

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Continuing Education Support

Employee Discount Programs

Flexible Schedule Options (depending</

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Theradynamics is seeking an Assistant Director of Rehabilitation in New York to lead rehabilitation operations, train clinical staff, and ensure top-quality patient care. This role partners with facility leadership to maintain compliance and optimize outcomes.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in Physical or Occupational Therapy, NY licensure, CPR, and demonstrated leadership in a rehab setting. Flexible scheduling and professional development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer-facing healthcare or rehabilitation settings.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Empathy and listening to patients and families.
• Leadership potential to guide a team of rehab professionals.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Orient and train rehabilitation personnel.
• Complete skills competency checklists for all rehabilitation staff.
• Review and update Rehabilitation policy and procedures for compliance with regulations.
• Supervise rehabilitation clinical and support staff within the facility.
• Conduct Monthly Quality Assurance Reviews and Chart Audits for patients.
• Provide monthly and quarterly management reports with productivity metrics.
• Review referrals and discharges to evaluate service delivery.

Skills

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Calm Under Pressure

Communication

Empathy

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Education

Master’s degree in Physical or Occupational Therapy

Job description

About Us:

Theradynamics is committed to delivering outstanding rehabilitation services to enhance our patients' lives. We are seeking a passionate and skilled Assistant Director of Rehabilitation to join our team. In this role, you will assist in the management of rehabilitation operations, support the development of our clinical staff, and ensure that the highest standards of patient care are consistently met.

Core Responsibilities:

• Orientation and training of rehabilitation personnel.
• Completion of skills competency checklist for all rehabilitation staff.
• Review and update Rehabilitation policy and procedures on a regular basis to ensure compliance with facility process and state/federal regulations.
• Supervision of rehabilitation clinical and support staff within the facility. This includes:
• Conducting Monthly Quality Assurance Reviews and Chart Audits on Active and Discharge rehabilitation patients
• Staff informed of all deficiencies and chart completed as indicated
• Progressive discipline plan developed for frequent non compliance
• Quarterly Program Evaluation Reviews
• Identify Rehab program evaluation areas
• Collect program evaluation information
• Develop action plan for all non-conforming areas
• Weekly Management reports and Monthly Management reports which include:
• Includes Therapy Productivities
• Indirect Time analysis
• Action Plan for Rehabilitation department
• Reviewing referrals and discharges of Rehabilitation and Long-term care (Restorative) programming to evaluate service delivery and needs.
• Facilitation of facility integration of rehabilitation services
• Communication of rehabilitation service information to facility administrator including:
• Rehabilitation programming: Restorative programming, In- servicing, Rehabilitation staff concerns and recommendations Monthly Management and Quality Assurance Report interpretation.
• Program development activities (IE. Developing dining programs or Hip replacement critical pathways)
• Referral patterns

Key Qualifications:

• Customer Service Experience: Experience in customer-facing roles, particularly within healthcare or rehabilitation settings.
• Problem-Solving & Conflict Resolution: Strong ability to identify issues and find practical, effective solutions while maintaining professionalism.
• Calm Under Pressure: Able to maintain composure during stressful situations and demonstrate strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and staff.
• Empathy & Listening: Ability to show compassion and a strong sense of empathy when working with patients and their families.
• Leadership Capabilities: Experience leading teams or the desire to step into a leadership role and guide a team of rehabilitation professionals.
• Organizational Skills: Excellent ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements:

• Valid NY State Physical Therapist / Occupational Therapist License
• Master’s degree from an accredited Physical / Occupational Therapy school
• CPR Certification

Benefits:

• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Continuing Education Support
• Employee Discount Programs
• Flexible Schedule Options (depending on location)
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth

• All rates offered are based on position, years of applicable experience and employment type
• Rate ranges shown include levels for per diems with no benefits and Independent Contractors