Director of Rehab-Mankato

Northwoods Rehab; Mankato (MN); Presencial; USD 48.000 - 72.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance (employer-sponsored)

26 days PTO to start

7 paid holidays

Licensure paid by employer

Life insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Dependent Care FSA

Local leadership

Descripción de la vacante

Northwoods Rehab in Minnesota is seeking a Director of Rehabilitation to lead the therapy department and drive clinical excellence while managing operations. This role supports PTs, PTAs, OTs, OTAs/COTAs, and SLPs in a post-acute setting.

We offer competitive pay ($35-$52/hour), employer-sponsored health insurance, and generous PTO. Local leadership and a people-first culture are central to our approach.

Formación

• Minnesota licensure or eligibility required for practice in PT/OT/SLP.
• Experience leading therapy teams in skilled nursing or post-acute settings preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and develop the therapy team, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy professionals.
• Oversee rehabilitation services to deliver high-quality care and positive clinical outcomes.
• Manage daily operations: scheduling, staffing, caseload, and department workflows.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Communication

Team development

Problem solving

Educación

Minnesota licensure eligibility

Descripción del empleo

Open to PT, PTA, OT, OTA/COTA, and SLP Professionals

Competitive Pay | FREE Employer-Sponsored Health Insurance | 26 Days PTO

Great benefits. Local leadership. A company that puts people first.

At Northwoods Rehab, we believe exceptional patient care starts with taking care of our employees. We're a Minnesota-based therapy company with hands‑on, accessible leadership from the top down. Our leaders are local, involved, and committed to supporting the teams who make a difference every day.

We're looking for a motivated and passionate Director of Rehabilitation (DOR) to lead our therapy team, support clinical excellence, and drive the success of our rehabilitation program.

This is an excellent opportunity for a licensed Physical Therapist (PT), Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Occupational Therapist (OT), Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA/COTA), or Speech‑Language Pathologist (SLP) who enjoys developing teams, improving patient outcomes, and making a meaningful impact.

Compensation & Benefits That Set Us Apart

• Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications- $35-$52/hour
• FREE employer-sponsored health insurance
• 26 days of PTO to start
• 7 paid holidays off
• Employer-paid Minnesota professional licensure
• Employer-sponsored life insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dependent Care FSA for childcare expenses
• Local, accessible leadership that knows and supports its teams

What You'll Do

As the Director of Rehabilitation, you'll play a key role in leading the therapy department while ensuring exceptional patient care and strong operational performance.

Lead and develop your team: Provide daily leadership, mentorship, and support to physical, occupational, and speech therapy professionals.

Oversee rehabilitation services: Coordinate the delivery of high‑quality therapy services that meet patient needs and promote positive clinical outcomes.

Manage daily operations: Oversee scheduling, staffing, caseload management, and department workflows to ensure efficient operations.

Drive department performance: Monitor productivity, utilization, and other key operational metrics while maintaining a strong commitment to quality patient care.

Collaborate with facility leadership: Build strong relationships with nursing, administration, and interdisciplinary teams to support patient care and facility goals.

Ensure clinical compliance: Promote accurate documentation, regulatory compliance, and adherence to professional standards.

Support patient care: Maintain clinical involvement as appropriate for your discipline, licensure, and department needs.

Build a positive team culture: Foster an environment of accountability, collaboration, professional growth, and employee engagement.

What We're Looking For

Current Minnesota licensure or eligibility for licensure as a PT, PTA, OT, OTA/COTA, or SLP.

Graduation from an accredited educational program in your respective therapy discipline.

Previous experience in a skilled nursing facility or post‑acute rehabilitation setting preferred.

Previous leadership or management experience preferred but not required.

Strong communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.

Ability to manage competing priorities while supporting both clinical and operational goals.

Commitment to quality patient care, teamwork, and professional development.

Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, with reasonable accommodations as applicable.

Why Northwoods Rehab?

We're Minnesota‑grown, Minnesota‑led, and invested in our people.

At Northwoods Rehab, we believe leadership should be accessible, supportive, and engaged. Our Directors of Rehabilitation work closely with regional and executive leadership, ensuring they have the resources, guidance, and autonomy needed to succeed.

You’ll have the opportunity to lead your own department, develop your team, and make a direct impact on patient care and operational success.

We value leaders who take ownership, build strong relationships, and create environments where employees feel supported and patients receive exceptional care.

Northwoods Rehab is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified applicants and employees.