Director of Rehabilitation

Career Links; McPherson (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Continuing Education Assistance

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

Career Links is seeking a Director of Rehabilitation for a Skilled Nursing Facility in Kansas. This role welcomes a licensed PTA or COTA to lead rehabilitation services and drive clinical excellence, team development, and patient outcomes.

The Director will manage daily operations, ensure regulatory compliance, coordinate with nursing and physicians, participate in care planning, and support recruitment and performance evaluations. Competitive salary plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Requires licensed Kansas PTA or OTA with KS Board of Healing Arts licensure.
• Minimum 2 years in SNF/Long-Term Care or rehab setting.
• Prior rehab management or leadership experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Medicare Part A/B, quality measures, and reimbursement models.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all rehabilitation services within the SNF.
• Lead, mentor, and support therapy staff across PT, OT, and SLP.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and accurate reporting.
• Collaborate with nursing, physicians, and administration.
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding, and performance evaluations.
• Maintain patient outcomes and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Regulatory compliance

Staff mentoring

Education

Associate degree from PTA/OTA program

Job description

Director of Rehabilitation (PTA or COTA) – Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)

Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) | Full-Time | Competitive Salary Based on Experience + Benefits

At Career Links, we connect exceptional healthcare professionals with rewarding opportunities nationwide. We are currently seeking an experienced and dedicated Director of Rehabilitation to lead rehabilitation services within a Skilled Nursing Facility in Kansas. This leadership opportunity is ideal for a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) who is passionate about clinical excellence, team development, and delivering exceptional patient outcomes.

Position Overview

The Director of Rehabilitation is responsible for the overall management and leadership of the therapy department. This role oversees daily rehabilitation operations, staff performance, patient outcomes, regulatory compliance, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The Director of Rehabilitation will ensure the delivery of high-quality therapy services while maintaining operational efficiency and compliance with federal, state, and facility guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all rehabilitation services within the Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Lead, mentor, and support physical, occupational, and speech therapy staff.
• Manage staffing schedules, productivity standards, caseload distribution, and departmental performance.
• Ensure compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, state regulations, and facility policies.
• Monitor patient outcomes and implement quality improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with nursing, physicians, administration, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care.
• Participate in care plan meetings, leadership meetings, and facility quality assurance programs.
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance evaluations of rehabilitation personnel.
• Maintain accurate departmental documentation and reporting.
• Provide direct patient care within the scope of licensure as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) or Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program.
• Current and unrestricted Kansas Physical Therapist Assistant certification issued by the Kansas State Board of Healing Arts or current Kansas Occupational Therapy Assistant license issued by the Kansas State Board of Healing Arts.
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility, Long-Term Care, or Rehabilitation setting preferred.
• Previous rehabilitation management, supervisory, or leadership experience strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of skilled nursing rehabilitation, Medicare Part A and Part B services, quality measures, and reimbursement models.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Competitive compensation package
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Retirement Plan Options
• Continuing Education Assistance
• Professional Development Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.