Program Manager - Full-Time - Waukesha and Milwaukee

Symbria; Watertown (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

4+ weeks PTO

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

401(k)

Short/Long-term disability

ESOP ownership

Continuing Education

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Symbria is seeking a Program Manager to oversee a rehab team serving older adults in a Skilled Nursing facility network in Wisconsin. The PTA or COTA candidate will lead clinical staff, coordinate therapy services, and ensure high-quality outcomes in a collaborative setting.

The role is full-time, weekdays 8a–4p, with mileage reimbursement and a comprehensive benefits package including ESOP ownership and continuing education opportunities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited therapy program (PTA/OT/PT/COTA/SLP).
• Hold a valid state license.
• Previous managerial experience preferred.
• Rehabilitation experience in SNF/geriatric settings is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Supervise rehab staff and therapy activities in the community.
• Lead an interdisciplinary team to achieve client outcomes.
• Maintain productivity standards and partner with the client and community.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Collaborative work

Education

PTA or COTA program

State license

Job description

PROGRAM MANAGER ROLE

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Are you a current or emerging Rehab Leader with a desire to impact the lives of the older adult population with experience in Skilled Nursing Facility setting? If so, our Rehab Team is seeking its next

• Leadership Role – oversee and inspire a talented rehab team
• Facility & Team Managerement experience required.
• Full-Time Position – M-F, 8a - 4p
• Mileage Reimbursement – paid for your travel
• Supportive, Collaborative Team Environment
• Competitive Pay – aligned with current market guidelines
• Generous Benefits Package – 4+ weeks PTO, medical/dental/vision, 401(k), STD/LTD, critical illness coverage & more!
• Wellness Benefits - Modern Health Mental & Emotional Health Program & Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Liability Coverage – peace of mind for your practice
• Employee Ownership – 100% employer-funded ESOP retirement plan
• Continuing Education – grow your skills and career
• Additional PERKS with our entertainment benefits and perks provider!

Overview

PROGRAM MANAGER ROLE

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Are you a current or emerging Rehab Leader with a desire to impact the lives of the older adult population with experience in Skilled Nursing Facility setting? If so, our Rehab Team is seeking its next Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) employee-owner to oversee St. Anne's Salvatorvian Campus in Milwaukee, WI & Waukesha Rehab (Lindengrove) in Waukesha, WI.

Why Join Symbria?

• Leadership Role – oversee and inspire a talented rehab team
• Facility & Team Managerement experience required.
• Full-Time Position – M-F, 8a - 4p
• Mileage Reimbursement – paid for your travel
• Supportive, Collaborative Team Environment
• Competitive Pay – aligned with current market guidelines
• Generous Benefits Package – 4+ weeks PTO, medical/dental/vision, 401(k), STD/LTD, critical illness coverage & more!
• Wellness Benefits - Modern Health Mental & Emotional Health Program & Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Liability Coverage – peace of mind for your practice
• Employee Ownership – 100% employer-funded ESOP retirement plan
• Continuing Education – grow your skills and career
• Additional PERKS with our entertainment benefits and perks provider!

New in 2026 for Symbia: Emerging Professionals Mentorship Program for new(er) graduates! Supporting new professionals with mentorship, education, and a collaborative culture. Join a team that invests in your future!

At Symbria, you’ll find more than just a job, you’ll find a career where your voice matters, your expertise is valued, and your future is secure.

Responsibilities

As a Program Manager, you will be responsible for supervision of the rehab staff and therapy activities in the community. As the leader of our interdisciplinary team, you will act as a trusted partner for the client and community along with maintaining expected productivity standards. More importantly, you will help your patients achieve critical outcomes.

Qualifications

• Be a graduate of an accredited school for Therapy (PTA, PT, COTA, OT, or SLP).
• Hold a valid state license.
• Previous managerial experience preferred but not required.
• It’s great to have had acute care, long-term care and/or rehabilitation experience but not always required!

Why work for us?

We are a 100% employee-owned company through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). You, along with your co-workers, have an ownership stake in this company! For more than 20 years, Symbria has been providing an outstanding work environment for talented employees to deliver patient-centered care to the geriatric population in senior-living and post-acute settings.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Short/long term disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Employee assistance programs
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition/CEU Reimbursement

Symbria’s Talent Team handles candidate communication directly rather than utilizing outside agencies.

A ll applicants will be afforded equal opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status or an unfavorable discharge from military service.