Therapy Manager

Visiting Nurse Association Health Group; West Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 92,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

VNA Health Group is seeking a Therapy Manager to lead our home-based rehabilitation services across Essex and Hudson Counties. You will oversee clinical operations, mentor therapists, and develop programs that improve patient outcomes in the home setting.

The role combines clinical leadership with program development, requiring travel across the service area, adherence to regulatory standards, and a focus on quality improvement and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or Speech-Language Pathology.
• Current New Jersey professional license in your respective discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical rehabilitation experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical oversight and leadership for rehabilitation services across the service area.
• Guide, mentor, and support Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Speech-Language Pathologists.
• Conduct therapy evaluations and home visits as needed to support patient care and clinical excellence.
• Develop, implement, and oversee individualized plans of care that promote optimal patient outcomes.
• Monitor and analyze quality metrics, identifying opportunities for program improvement and growth.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical rehabilitation

Mentoring

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or Speech-Language Pathology

NJ professional license

Tools

Electronic Documentation Systems

EMR systems

Job description

Location: West Orange, NJ

Territory: Essex & Hudson Counties

Employment Type: Full-Time

Lead. Mentor. Transform Patient Care at Home.

Are you an experienced rehabilitation professional ready to take the next step in your leadership career? VNA Health Group is seeking a dynamic Therapy Manager to lead our therapy team serving patients throughout Essex and Hudson Counties. This role offers the unique opportunity to combine clinical expertise with leadership, mentorship, and program development while making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients receiving care in their homes.

As a Therapy Manager, you will play a critical role in shaping rehabilitation services, supporting therapists, driving quality outcomes, and ensuring patients receive exceptional, coordinated care where they are most comfortable, at home.

What You’ll Do

• Provide clinical oversight and leadership for rehabilitation services across the service area.
• Guide, mentor, and support Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Speech-Language Pathologists.
• Conduct therapy evaluations and home visits as needed to support patient care and clinical excellence.
• Develop, implement, and oversee individualized plans of care that promote optimal patient outcomes.
• Manage and enhance rehabilitation programs to ensure effective service delivery and utilization.
• Monitor and analyze quality metrics, identifying opportunities for program improvement and growth.
• Serve as a clinical resource and educator for rehabilitation staff, fostering professional development and best practices.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care.
• Promote compliance with agency policies, regulatory requirements, infection control standards, and safety practices.
• Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives and organizational education programs.
• Support operational goals while cultivating a culture of accountability, engagement, and excellence.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or Speech-Language Pathology.
• Current New Jersey professional license in your respective discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical rehabilitation experience.
• Strong clinical judgment and patient care skills.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency with electronic documentation systems and technology.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for travel throughout Essex and Hudson Counties.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related rehabilitation discipline.
• Previous supervisory, management, or team leadership experience.
• Experience in home health, community-based rehabilitation, or post-acute care settings.

Why You’ll Love This Opportunity

• Lead and influence rehabilitation services across a growing territory.
• Mentor and develop a talented team of therapists.
• Enjoy autonomy while working within a supportive leadership structure.
• Make a direct impact on patient outcomes and quality of life.
• Work for an organization committed to clinical excellence, innovation, and compassionate care.

Working Environment

This role combines field-based patient care, team leadership, and administrative responsibilities. Regular travel throughout Essex and Hudson Counties is required. Responsibilities include driving, sitting, standing, walking, lifting, and utilizing mobile technology for clinical documentation and communication.

Make an Impact Beyond Treatment

This is more than a leadership role. It's an opportunity to shape the future of rehabilitation care, empower clinicians, and help patients achieve greater independence and quality of life in the place they call home.

In compliance with New Jersey's Pay Transparency Act, the compensation range for this position is USD $92,000 to USD $120,000. When determining an offer, VNA Health Group considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's work experience, education/training, relevant skills, internal pay equity, and market and organizational conditions. For more details about our benefits, please visit our Careers page.

EEOC

VNA Health Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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