Director of Rehabilitation

DeSoto Nursing & Rehabilitation; DeSoto (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

AD&D and Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan

Job summary

Creative Solutions in Healthcare in Texas seeks an experienced Director of Rehabilitation to lead a dedicated team of PT, OT, and SLP professionals in a long-term care setting. The role emphasizes compassionate, resident-centered care and strong leadership across the rehabilitation department.

You will manage the rehab program, coordinate staffing and patient care, ensure regulatory compliance, mentor staff, and partner with administration on budgeting and performance improvements.

Qualifications

• Licensed PT/OT/SLP required.
• Leadership experience in long-term care or rehabilitation preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and team-building skills required.
• Familiarity with Medicare/Medicaid guidelines preferred.
• Ability to deliver high-quality patient care while leading a therapy team.
• Proactive, compassionate leadership with resident-centered focus.

Responsibilities

• Lead rehabilitation program and team across facility or designated locations.
• Coordinate staffing levels and patient care to meet clinical and operational needs.
• Provide ongoing communication to patients, clients, and team members.
• Deliver direct patient care in licensed discipline (PT/OT/SLP).
• Ensure compliance with Medicare, Medicaid and other regulations.
• Evaluate and mentor staff; maintain documentation standards.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strong communication

Team-building

Clinical leadership in rehab

Education

Licensed PT/OT/SLP

Job description

Join Our Team as a Director of Rehabilitation

Lead a Passionate Team Dedicated to Resident Success

Creative Solutions in Healthcare is currently seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Director of Rehabilitation to join our in-house team of exceptional professionals. If you're ready to lead with compassion and make a meaningful impact through person-centered care, we want to hear from you!

Your Impact as a Director of Rehabilitation

In this key leadership role, you will:

• Manage the rehabilitation program for your facility or designated locations.

• Coordinate staffing levels and patient care to meet both clinical and operational needs.

• Provide ongoing communication and updates to patients, clients, and team members.

• Deliver direct patient care in your licensed discipline (PT, OT, or SLP).

• Monitor and ensure compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, and other reimbursement regulations.

• Evaluate and counsel team members while maintaining high standards of documentation.

• Oversee productivity standards to meet clinical benchmarks and company expectations.

• Support marketing and facility performance improvement initiatives.

• Participate in hiring, training, and ongoing development of therapy staff.

• Review departmental billing and reconcile data for accuracy and timeliness.

• Ensure rehab space and equipment are properly maintained and utilized.

• Foster team unity and effectiveness through compassionate leadership and communication.

• Monitor revenue and expenses, and drive operational success through strategic planning.

• Support new staff orientation and continued professional development.

• Ensure all programs meet facility procedures and standards.

What Makes You a Great Fit

We’re seeking someone who:

• Is a licensed Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or Speech-Language Pathologist (required).

• Has previous leadership experience in a long-term care or rehabilitation setting (preferred).

• Demonstrates strong organizational, communication, and team-building skills.

• Is familiar with Medicare, Medicaid, and alternative payment model guidelines.

• Can deliver high-quality patient care while leading a dynamic therapy team.

• Is proactive, compassionate, and driven to achieve positive outcomes for residents.

New grads with strong leadership potential are also encouraged to apply!

Why Choose Creative Solutions in Healthcare?

As one of Texas’s largest and most trusted providers of long-term care, we are committed to supporting our employees and delivering excellent outcomes to our residents.

We offer (for full-time employees):

• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Extra Protection: AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Cancer, Critical Illness, and more

• Life Insurance: Whole and Term Policies

• Professional Growth: Tuition Reimbursement for continued education

• Time to Recharge: Paid Time Off

• Retirement Planning: Immediate 401(k) eligibility

• Unwavering Support: Exceptional corporate resources and in-house rehab leadership

Career Advantages

• In-House Rehab Team (No Contracting!)

• Competitive Compensation & Benefits

• Flexible Schedules

• Growth Opportunities Within a Supportive Company Culture

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. Discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic is strictly prohibited.