Director of Rehab - Clinical

PowerBack Rehabilitation; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental/vision plans

Paid time off

Mentorship program

Free CEUs via Medbridge

Visa sponsorship & relocation aid

Discounts program

Job summary

Powerback Rehabilitation, LLC seeks a Director of Rehab (DOR) to lead the rehabilitation team at a Beverly Hills area SNF. The DOR will supervise therapy services, manage staffing, and drive quality outcomes for orthopedic and neuro patients with a strong focus on efficient, profitable operations.

The role requires licensure as PT/OT or SLP-CCC (or eligibility), a bachelor’s degree preferred, and Medicare/billing expertise.

Qualifications

• Licensed OT/PT or SLP-CCC and/or eligible for licensure in the state of practice.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• COTA license holders require three years direct patient care and either one year of management experience or acting as a point person under supervision for one year.
• Thorough knowledge of Medicare and third-party billing.

Responsibilities

• Efficient management of rehabilitation services in assigned account(s).
• Integrate rehab services across settings.
• Ensure the highest standard and quality of rehab services.
• Manage rehabilitation services efficiently and profitably at assigned site(s).
• Provide direct patient care.
• Assist staff in removing barriers to treatment and provide clinical education.
• Review monthly department and therapist outcomes and advise on improvement strategies.
• Develop and support staff through rounding, coaching, and mentoring.
• Assist in annual merit reviews for therapy staff.
• Assist in hiring therapy staff.
• Coordinate timely completion of annual merit reviews for therapy staff.
• Oversee daily staffing and utilization with input from treating therapists.
• Administer financial controls of revenue and expenses.
• Prepare and review facility reports weekly and monthly.
• Assist in annual budget preparation and meeting budget goals.
• Promote high standards of rehab services through resource use and staff development.
• Promote Powerback Rehabilitation products and services.
• Identify and secure new contracts.

Skills

Licensed PT/OT/SLP

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Overview

Title: Director of Rehab (DOR)

Status: Full time

Location: Located in the Beverly Hills area, this beautiful and fast paced SNF is looking for a new DOR to lead the team. 60% of our caseload is short term, with an even split between ortho & neuro patients. A fully stocked gym supports your rehab outcomes and the administrator is eager to embrace your leadership.

• Physical Therapist (PT/DPT) or Occupational Therapist (OT/OTD) license preferred

At Powerback, we're on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive.

With over four decades of trusted service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home-based care. We're proud to deliver personalized care exactly where and when it's needed most.

Join an industry-leading team that restores hope and makes a lasting impact. If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to be part of the future of rehabilitation and wellness, Powerback is the place for you.

Why Powerback?

• Benefits: We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to Full-Time team members. We offer Dental and Vision to Part-Time team members.
• Paid Time Off: We offer generous paid time off to Full-Time and Part-Time team members.
• Support for New Grads: Our Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program kicks off on day one, helping you learn from the best in the field.
• Continuing Education: Keep growing with free CEUs through Medbridge.
• H-1B Visa & Relocation Assistance: We support Visa or Green Card sponsorships, plus our Journey Travel Program lets you work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.
• Perks at Powerback: Enjoy exclusive discounts on Wireless/TV, Home/Auto/Renters and Pet Insurance, Childcare, Eldercare, and more. Earn rewards through our PowerZone Employee Recognition Program, and expand your expertise with our Clinicians in Action professional development program.

Responsibilities

• The Director of Rehab is responsible for the efficient management of rehabilitation services in their assigned account(s). This position also assists in integration of rehabilitation services in all settings. The Director of Rehab supports the delivery of the highest standard and quality of rehabilitation services.
• 1. Assumes responsibility for the efficient and profitable management of rehabilitation services in assigned site(s) of service.
• 2. Provides direct patient care.
• 3. Assists therapy staff in identifying and removing barriers to treatment and providing clinical education to meet the needs of the patient.
• 4. Reviews monthly department and individual therapist outcomes and supports staff in identifying strategies to improve outcomes as needed.
• 5. Takes responsibility for the development and support of all staff in their Area to include rounding, second-tier rounding, coaching and mentoring.
• 6. Assists Clinical Operations Area Director in the timely completion of the annual merit review for therapy staff.
• 7. Assists Clinical Operations Area Director in the hiring of therapy staff.
• 8. Participates in and coordinates the timely completion of the annual merit review for therapy staff.
• 9. Assumes responsibility for hiring therapy staff (in conjunction with the Clinical Operations Area Director).
• 10. Assumes responsibility for daily staffing and utilization with input from treating therapists, consideration of clinical requirements, and recommendations from the Clinical Director.
• 11. Administers financial controls of revenue and expenses.
• 12. Assumes responsibility for facility reports on a weekly and monthly basis.
• 13. Assists Clinical Operations Area Director in annual budget preparation.
• 14. Assumes responsibility for meeting annual budget goals as set by the Clinical Operations Area Director.
• 15. Supports the delivery of the highest standard of rehabilitation services through appropriate utilization of resources, the promotion of clinical proms, and staff development in collaboration with licensed therapists, the Clinical Operations Area Director, and the Clinical Director.
• 16. Promotes all Powerback Rehabilitation products and services whenever possible.
• 17. Assists Clinical Operations Area Director in identifying and securing new contracts.
• 18. Develops and maintains relationship with the facility management team and staff as a representative of Powerback Rehabilitation.
• 19. Completes monthly reports and formally reviews them with the facility administration.
• 20. Ensures that the clinical management of the rehabilitation department, including oversight related to case management, quality improvement, care planning, clinical utilization, and patient identification is overseen by a licensed therapist.
• 21. Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

We are seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) or an Occupational Therapist (OTR/OTD) for this role.

• They must be licensed as an OT, PT or SLP-CCC and/or eligible for licensure as required in the state of practice.
• A bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Additionally, if you hold the COTA license, you must have three (3) years direct patient care experience and either one year of management experience in a rehabilitation setting or has functioned successfully as a point person under the supervision of a Clinical Operations Area Director for a period of one year.
• A thorough knowledge of Medicare and third party billing is also required.

Posted Salary Range

USD $105,000.00 - USD $140,000.00 /Yr.