Director of Rehab

Cascadia Healthcare; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Unlimited PTO

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Continuing education support

Job summary

Cascadia Healthcare seeks a Director of Rehabilitation to lead our In-House Therapy Team in a skilled nursing setting. You will oversee therapy operations, guide a multidisciplinary team, and develop systems to ensure quality outcomes, regulatory compliance, and clinical excellence.

This role emphasizes leadership, program growth, and strong partnerships with referring providers. The candidate will drive performance, ensure compliant documentation, and foster a resident-centered culture, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate in Physical Therapy, Speech Language Pathology, or Occupational Therapy.
• Active license in the state of Oregon.
• CPR certification and valid driver’s license.
• MDS (RAC-CT) or other advanced certification preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of rehabilitation experience; 6+ months in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting preferred.
• Proven leadership, staff supervision, and program management experience.
• Strong knowledge of rehab-related billing, documentation, and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to foster a high-performing, resident-centered therapy culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage therapy staff, including PTs, PTAs, OTs, SLPs, COTAs, and Rehab Aides.
• Build and maintain a supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Ensure therapy services meet all state, federal, and payer compliance standards.
• Develop special clinical programming to strengthen existing therapy services.
• Drive census and revenue growth through caseload development and community outreach.
• Oversee therapist scheduling, patient assessments, treatment planning, and clinical documentation.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care planning, clinical rounds, insurance meetings/reviews, and discharge planning.
• Conduct internal audits and performance reviews to ensure excellence in service delivery.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, Part B, and private insurance reimbursement guidelines.
• Represent the department in facility leadership meetings and QAPI initiatives.

Skills

Therapy leadership

Staff supervision

Program development

Regulatory compliance

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Billing knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s/Doctorate in Physical Therapy, Speech Language Pathology, or Occupational Therapy

Job description

Director of Rehabilitation

Lead a supportive In-House Therapy Team (skilled nursing)

Description

Schedule: Full-Time | Flexible Scheduling Cascadia Healthcare is a leading provider in the skilled nursing industry, driven by a shared commitment to service and doing good for others. With operations across Idaho, Washington, Oregon, Montana, and Arizona, our mission is to be a Force for Good, for our residents, our employees, and the communities we serve. We are expanding our footprint in the state of Oregon and are looking for experienced Directors of Rehabilitation (DORs) to oversee and support our therapy teams. This leadership role is ideal for a therapist with proven success in clinical supervision, program development, and team performance management in a long-term care setting. As the Director of Rehabilitation, you will lead all therapy operations, manage a multidisciplinary therapy team, and develop systems that ensure quality outcomes, operational excellence, and regulatory compliance. You’ll drive program growth, promote a culture of clinical excellence, and build strong partnerships with referring providers and internal clinical teams.

Why Join Us

• Competitive Salary
• Unlimited PTO
• Relocation Assistance Package
• In-house therapy model and be a part of our facility team
• Flexible scheduling with work-life balance in mind
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disabilityEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Supportive leadership and opportunities for growth
• Continuing education support & career growth opportunities
• Leadership that values clinician input and patient-centered care

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage therapy staff, including PTs, PTAs, OTs, SLPs, COTAs, and Rehab Aides.
• Build and maintain a supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Ensure therapy services meet all state, federal, and payer compliance standards.
• Develop special clinical programming to strengthen existing therapy services (e.g., dementia care, restorative programming, fitness).
• Drive census and revenue growth through caseload development and community outreach.
• Oversee therapist scheduling, patient assessments, treatment planning, and clinical documentation.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care planning, clinical rounds, insurance meetings/reviews, and discharge planning.
• Conduct internal audits and performance reviews to ensure excellence in service delivery.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, Part B, and private insurance reimbursement guidelines.
• Represent the department in facility leadership meetings and QAPI initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate in Physical Therapy, Speech Language Pathology, or Occupational Therapy.
• Active license in the state of Oregon.
• CPR certification and valid driver’s license.
• MDS (RAC-CT) or other advanced certification preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of rehabilitation experience; 6+ months in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting preferred.
• Proven leadership, staff supervision, and program management experience. Preferred experience in Director of Rehabilitation role.
• Strong knowledge of rehab-related billing, documentation, and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to foster a high-performing, resident-centered therapy culture.

Work Environment & Expectations

• Collaborative, team-based therapy environment
• Productivity expectations aligned with industry standards, with leadership support
• Emphasis on quality care over burnout culture

Ready to Make a Difference?

Cascadia Healthcare is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility focused on delivering compassionate, outcome-driven care across the region. Join a team where your work truly changes lives and help patients regain independence, confidence, and quality of life.

Cascadia Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace for all employees.