Director of Rehabilitation (DOR)

Sarah Neuman Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is a 301-bed skilled nursing facility located in Mamaroneck New York.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Director of Rehabilitation to lead our therapy department in a skilled nursing facility setting. The Director of Rehabilitation is responsible for overseeing therapy services, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing therapy staff, and optimizing patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the rehabilitation department including Physical Therapy (PT), Occupational Therapy (OT), and Speech Therapy (SLP) services.
• Supervise, mentor, and support therapy staff to ensure high-quality patient care.
• Ensure compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, and state regulatory requirements .
• Monitor therapy utilization, productivity, and department performance metrics.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary care planning with nursing, physicians, and facility leadership.
• Develop and implement rehabilitation programs to improve patient outcomes and functional independence.
• Manage staffing schedules, hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluations for therapy staff.
• Review and maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure timely billing practices.
• Maintain knowledge of current regulations and best practices in post-acute rehabilitation.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist (PT), Occupational Therapist (OT), or Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) in the state of employment.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a skilled nursing facility or post-acute setting .
• Prior leadership or management experience in rehabilitation services preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Medicare Part A, PDPM, and rehab compliance regulations .
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

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