Geriatric PTA Lead — Clinician Leader & Team Builder

Independence Rehab Inc; Shelton (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3.5 weeks PTO

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Continuing education reimbursement

Health Savings Account options

401(k) with employer match

Teladoc access

Job summary

Independence Rehab is seeking a compassionate PTA Clinical Lead in Shelton, WA to lead a geriatric therapy program and maintain a patient-centered, compliant operation. You will balance a regular caseload (minimum 50% productivity) with staff supervision, hiring partnerships, and collaboration with facility leadership.

You’ll shape team culture, mentor clinicians, manage schedules and department revenue, and ensure PDPM reimbursement knowledge informs daily practice.

Qualifications

• Active WA PTA license in good standing.
• Minimum one year SNF clinical experience.
• Knowledge of PDPM reimbursement and related policies.
• Strong leadership, mentoring and team-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the therapy department including full-time, part-time, and PRN staff.
• Attend multi-disciplinary facility management meetings.
• Interview and hire therapy staff in partnership with Recruiting.
• Create and manage therapy team schedules.
• Monitor department revenue and expenses to support profitability.
• Maintain regulatory compliance and documentation standards.
• Lead as a key contact for patients, families, and caregivers.
• Carry a regular caseload (minimum ~50% productivity).

Skills

Staff leadership

Recruiting collaboration

PDPM knowledge

Geriatric care

Regulatory compliance

Education

Washington State PTA license

Job description

Independence Rehab is seeking a compassionate PTA Clinical Lead in Shelton, WA to lead a geriatric therapy program and maintain a patient-centered, compliant operation. You will balance a regular caseload (minimum 50% productivity) with staff supervision, hiring partnerships, and collaboration with facility leadership.

You’ll shape team culture, mentor clinicians, manage schedules and department revenue, and ensure PDPM reimbursement knowledge informs daily practice.