Part-Time OT Rehab Program Lead in Senior Living

HealthPro Heritage; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 66,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

HealthPro Heritage in New Haven, CT, seeks a Part-Time Occupational Therapist Program Manager to lead a hybrid role balancing patient care with program oversight in a senior living community.

The position combines direct therapy with administrative duties, offering leadership to a clinical team, opportunities to mentor clinicians, and a collaborative culture that emphasizes quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of clinical experience in rehabilitation or related healthcare field.
• Supervisory or management experience in healthcare, rehab therapy preferred.
• Strong leadership, motivation, and multidisciplinary team management skills.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
• Familiarity with healthcare regulations including HIPAA, Medicare/Medicaid.

Responsibilities

• Directly manage and supervise clinical therapy staff, including hiring, performance appraisals, and fostering a positive team atmosphere.
• Maintain a clinical caseload and ensure high-quality therapy services in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Develop strategies to expand therapy programs and lead marketing efforts with local hospitals and physicians.
• Oversee scheduling of patients and therapists to ensure adequate coverage.
• Investigate and resolve patient, staff, or service-related issues, ensuring open communication.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of laws and regulations governing rehabilitation services.

Job description

HealthPro Heritage in New Haven, CT, seeks a Part-Time Occupational Therapist Program Manager to lead a hybrid role balancing patient care with program oversight in a senior living community.

The position combines direct therapy with administrative duties, offering leadership to a clinical team, opportunities to mentor clinicians, and a collaborative culture that emphasizes quality outcomes.