Director of Rehab

Tender Touch Rehab Services seeks a Director of Rehab to lead multidisciplinary therapy services for seniors in skilled nursing and long-term care facilities. This on-site leader oversees PT, OT, and SLP teams, ensuring evidence-based, patient-centered care that promotes function, independence, and quality of life. Responsibilities include staffing, performance management, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with facility leadership. The role champions a supportive, team-oriented culture, clinical excellence, and strong partnerships, while offering professional development, mentorship, and advancement opportunities in diverse post-acute settings. Lead and manage rehab services (PT, OT, SLP) within skilled nursing/long‑term care settings. Oversee staffing, scheduling, and performance of interdisciplinary therapy team. Ensure high-quality, patient-centered, evidence-based clinical care and documentation compliance. Collaborate with facility leadership and healthcare partners to optimize outcomes and census. Monitor KPIs, caseloads, and budgets; drive operational efficiency and program growth. Provide coaching, mentorship, and professional development for therapy staff. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and payer regulations and company policies. Support program development, clinical initiatives, and quality improvement projects. Foster a supportive, respectful culture focused on dignity and independence for seniors. Communicate regularly with families, physicians, and care teams regarding patient progress. Rehab program management Leadership and staff supervision Skilled nursing/long-term care rehab Physical/occupational/speech therapy knowledge Regulatory and reimbursement compliance (Medicare/SNF) Clinical documentation and EMR Interdisciplinary care coordination Budgeting and productivity management Quality improvement and outcomes management Communication and relationship building Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401k Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or Speech-Language Pathologist. Graduate degree in PT, OT, or SLP (DPT, MS/MA/MOT, or equivalent). Prior leadership/supervisory experience in a skilled nursing or post-acute rehab setting. Knowledge of Medicare regulations, PDPM, and reimbursement in SNF/long-term care. Clinical certification(s) in geriatrics or related specialty preferred (e.g., GCS, CEEAA, COTA/OTA with leadership track).