Director of Rehabilitation (COTA)

HiredFirst; Petaluma (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare solutions provider in Petaluma, California, is seeking a Director of Rehabilitation. This role involves managing all operations of the therapy department, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering collaboration among staff. The ideal candidate has experience in Skilled Nursing Facilities and possesses strong leadership and organizational skills. You will supervise therapy staff, monitor departmental performance, and support positive patient outcomes. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) experience required.
• Leadership experience preferred, but strong clinicians without prior DOR experience will be considered.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily operations of the in-house therapy department.
• Supervise PT, OT, PTA, and COTA staff.
• Ensure compliance with Medicare, Medi-Cal, and state/federal regulations.
• Monitor productivity, staffing levels, and departmental performance.
• Partner with facility leadership on quality and census initiatives.
• Support patient-centered care and positive outcomes.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Job description

The Director of Rehabilitation is responsible for managing all therapy department operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, driving clinical excellence, and fostering strong interdisciplinary collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct daily operations of the in-house therapy department
• Supervise PT, OT, PTA, and COTA staff
• Ensure compliance with Medicare, Medi-Cal, and state/federal regulations
• Monitor productivity, staffing levels, and departmental performance
• Partner with facility leadership on quality and census initiatives
• Support patient-centered care and positive outcomes

Qualifications

• Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) experience required
• Leadership experience preferred, but strong clinicians without prior DOR experience will be considered
• Strong organizational and communication skills