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Director of Rehabilitation

Maefairhealthcare, Haverhill, MA, United States


We are hiring a Director of Rehabilitation (Therapy) to join our dynamic care team at The Oxford Rehabilitation & Health Care Center in Haverhill!

$10,000 sign‑on bonus available.* The Oxford is a 120‑bed skilled nursing facility. This is a full‑time salaried role with weekly pay. Up to $60 an hour, depending on license and experience. We have a large substance use population with mostly short‑term rehab residents.

In this department head role, you are responsible for the overall administration, clinical planning, development, marketing, and operations of the Rehab program within the facility. You manage and direct staff in the provision of program services to patients, residents, and clients.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s or master’s in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and/or Speech/Language Pathology.

Current licensure by the Board of Allied Health Professions required.

Two (2) to four (4) years of clinical experience required.

One (1) to two (2) years of supervisory experience with multi‑disciplines preferred.

Duties & Responsibilities

Ensures that the quality and appropriateness of patient care meets or exceeds company and industry standards and ensures that all Rehab services are in compliance with state and federal legal, regulatory, accreditation and reimbursement guidelines.

Directs and assesses the scheduling of patients/residents for therapy services considering available treatment hours, staff resources and overall plan of care.

Participates in team meetings to formulate treatment plans, discuss progress and discharge planning, attends family/caregiver conferences as needed or appropriate.

Reviews therapist documentation practices for clarity, conciseness and consistency with patient outcome goals and payor expectations.

Maintains a clinical caseload as needed.

Generates and analyzes financial, operational and productivity reports as required; contributes to the development of the annual operating and capital budget.

Ensures that weekly and monthly statistics, patient outcome data, and billing logs are accurate, complete and reported in a timely manner.

Maintains sufficient staffing by responding to changes with impact staffing needs; ensure appropriate levels of professional and paraprofessional staff and maintains the clinical skill levels needed for the Program in accordance with budgetary and company guidelines.

Supervises program staff in daily program operations and clinical activities; monitors staff efficiencies and routinely provides feedback. Continuously promotes interdisciplinary, clinical reasoning skills and best practices within rehabilitation.

Initiates the coordination of program development activities with the Administrator, Director of Nursing, Medical Director and other department directors for the purpose of introducing new and relevant services for the persons served and the community.

Specific Requirements

Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Ability to function effectively in multi‑faceted systems and to interact effectively with all levels of staff and customers.

Must be knowledgeable in the Privacy Rule and ensure all staff comply with facility Privacy Practices policies and procedures.

Strong oral and written communication skills.

Strong organizational and analytical skills.

Athena’s Benefits

Competitive and Weekly Pay

Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees

Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees

Career Advancement Opportunities

Exclusive Employer Discount Program

Benefits for Eligible Team Members

Employer‑Paid Life Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Vacation and Personal Time

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

*Employment conditions apply.

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed facilities/agencies follow federal and state guidelines regarding staff vaccinations. Our policy requires all staff to be up to date with COVID and flu vaccinations, or acknowledge a declination of the vaccination(s).

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