Director of Rehabilitation

Midtown Oaks Post Acute; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Continuing Education Opportunities

Leadership Training & Career Growth

Supportive Regional Leadership

Collaborative Interdisciplinary Team

Innovation in Programs

Job summary

Midtown Oaks Post Acute in Sacramento, CA is seeking a dynamic Director of Rehabilitation to lead our therapy team and elevate patient outcomes across skilled nursing care. You will be a clinician‑leader with California licensure in PT, OT, or SLP, mentoring staff, developing innovative programs, and driving clinical excellence in a thriving post‑acute environment.

Compensation ranges from $150,000 to $170,000 annually with benefits including health insurance, 401(k), PTO, and leadership growth

Qualifications

• Current California license in PT, OT, or SLP.
• Strong leadership and communication skills; experience in SNF/post-acute rehab.
• Experience coaching, mentoring, and building multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all therapy department operations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop PT, OT, SLP, PTA, and COTA team members.
• Manage staffing, scheduling, productivity, and department performance.
• Collaborate with facility leadership to achieve clinical and operational goals.
• Drive quality outcomes and patient satisfaction.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and documentation accuracy.
• Develop innovative rehabilitation programs and clinical initiatives.
• Recruit, onboard, and retain top therapy talent.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and excellence.
• Monitor key performance metrics and identify opportunities for growth.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coaching & mentoring

Strategy & vision

Education

California professional licensure (PT/OT/SLP)

Job description

Director of Rehabilitation (DOR)

Midtown Oaks Post Acute | Sacramento, CA

Salary: $150,000 - $170,000 per year

Are you an innovative rehabilitation leader ready to elevate a therapy department from great to exceptional?

Midtown Oaks Post Acute is seeking a dynamic, energetic, and forward-thinking Director of Rehabilitation to lead our talented therapy team. We are looking for a clinician-leader who is passionate about patient outcomes, team development, clinical excellence, and creating innovative rehabilitation programs that make a lasting impact.

Whether you're an experienced DOR or a strong therapy leader ready for the next step, this is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of rehabilitation services in a thriving post-acute setting.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary

$150,000 - $170,000 annually

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Continuing Education Opportunities
• Leadership Training & Career Growth
• Supportive Regional Therapy Leadership
• Collaborative Interdisciplinary Team Environment
• Opportunity to Drive Innovation and Program Development

Why Midtown Oaks Post Acute?

At Midtown Oaks, we believe exceptional rehab starts with exceptional leadership. Our goal is to deliver outstanding outcomes while fostering an environment where therapists feel empowered, supported, and inspired to grow.

We're seeking a leader who:

• Thinks outside the box
• Inspires teams to perform at their highest level
• Champions clinical excellence
• Builds strong relationships throughout the facility
• Creates programs that enhance patient outcomes and facility success

Director of Rehabilitation Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all therapy department operations
• Lead, mentor, and develop PT, OT, SLP, PTA, and COTA team members
• Manage staffing, scheduling, productivity, and department performance
• Collaborate with facility leadership to achieve clinical and operational goals
• Drive quality outcomes and patient satisfaction
• Ensure regulatory compliance and documentation accuracy
• Develop innovative rehabilitation programs and clinical initiatives
• Recruit, onboard, and retain top therapy talent
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and excellence
• Monitor key performance metrics and identify opportunities for growth

Qualifications

Required

• Current California license as a: Physical Therapist (PT) Occupational Therapist (OT) Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
• Strong clinical knowledge in skilled nursing and post-acute rehabilitation
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Passion for coaching, mentoring, and team building

Preferred

• Previous Director of Rehabilitation experience
• Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) leadership experience
• Experience managing multidisciplinary therapy teams

The Ideal Candidate

You are a leader who brings energy, creativity, and vision to everything you do. You inspire others through collaboration, accountability, and a genuine passion for helping patients and clinicians succeed. You're excited by the opportunity to build programs, develop talent, and create a therapy department that sets the standard for excellence.

If you're ready to lead a thriving rehabilitation team, drive innovation, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and staff, we'd love to hear from you.

Midtown Oaks Post Acute

Where Great Therapists Become Exceptional Leaders.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.