Rehabilitation Director: Lead a Compassionate Therapy Team

Northbrook Rehabilitation Center; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Northbrook Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center in Cedar Rapids, IA, is seeking an experienced Director of Rehabilitation to lead our rehabilitation services in a skilled nursing and long-term care setting. You will guide the therapy team, shape clinical programs, and ensure resident-centered services that maximize independence.

The DOR oversees physical, occupational, and speech therapy, collaborates with nursing and medical staff, and ensures documentation and compliance with regulatory

Qualifications

• Current professional license appropriate to the discipline (PT, OT, SLP, PTA, COTA, or other rehab credential).
• Experience in skilled nursing or long-term care settings preferred.
• Prior leadership or rehabilitation management experience preferred.
• Strong clinical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team.
• Knowledge of SNF regulations and documentation requirements.
• Commitment to resident-centered, compassionate care.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to the rehabilitation department and therapy team.
• Oversee physical, occupational, and speech therapy services as applicable.
• Collaborate with nursing, physicians, residents, families, and other team members.
• Develop and monitor individualized rehabilitation plans based on resident needs and goals.
• Ensure therapy services are delivered in accordance with clinical, regulatory, and company standards.
• Monitor department performance, productivity, documentation, and quality outcomes.
• Participate in care plan meetings and interdisciplinary conferences.
• Support accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Assist with staff development, training, mentoring, and performance management.
• Promote a positive, professional, and team-oriented rehabilitation environment.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, and healthcare providers.
• Help identify opportunities to improve resident outcomes and overall rehabilitation services.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and facility policies and regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication

Education

PT/OT/SLP license

Job description

Northbrook Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center in Cedar Rapids, IA, is seeking an experienced Director of Rehabilitation to lead our rehabilitation services in a skilled nursing and long-term care setting. You will guide the therapy team, shape clinical programs, and ensure resident-centered services that maximize independence.

The DOR oversees physical, occupational, and speech therapy, collaborates with nursing and medical staff, and ensures documentation and compliance with regulatory