Director of Rehab (COTA or PTA)

Trinity Healthcare Talent Services, LLC; Moline (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Healthcare Talent Services, LLC seeks an experienced Rehabilitation Director to lead the in-house team at a skilled nursing facility in Illinois. You will oversee physical and occupational therapy staff, develop plan-of-care strategies, and drive high-quality resident outcomes.

The role requires strong leadership, regulatory knowledge, and excellent communication. PTA or COTA is acceptable, with a focus on staff development, QA, and cross-disciplinary collaboration to improve performance

Qualifications

• Leadership required to oversee rehabilitation staff in a skilled nursing facility.
• Experience developing individualized treatment plans with clinical teams.
• Strong communication and regulatory compliance knowledge.
• Ability to mentor PTA/COTA and other rehab staff.
• Experience with QA and performance improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise the rehabilitation staff, including physical therapists, occupational therapists, and assistants.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for residents in collaboration with the clinical team.
• Ensure coordination of patient care and rehabilitation services.
• Monitor and evaluate patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
• Conduct staff training and continuing education sessions to enhance team skills.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records per facility policies.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
• Participate in quality assurance initiatives and performance improvement projects.
• Foster a positive and supportive environment for staff and residents.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Clinical program development

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Staff training & development

Documentation accuracy

Quality improvement

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to lead our rehabilitation team in a skilled nursing facility. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of high-quality rehabilitation services, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and promoting best practices within the department. Key responsibilities include:

• Managing and supervising the rehabilitation staff, including physical therapists, occupational therapists, and assistants.
• Developing and implementing individualized treatment plans for residents in collaboration with the clinical team.
• Ensuring the effective coordination of patient care and rehabilitation services.
• Monitoring and evaluating patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
• Conducting staff training and continuing education sessions to enhance team skills and knowledge.
• Maintaining accurate documentation and records in accordance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and enhance the overall quality of care.
• Participating in quality assurance initiatives and performance improvement projects.
• Fostering a positive and supportive environment for both staff and residents.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to providing exceptional care to our residents.

*ACCEPTING PTA or COTA