Director of Rehab

General Purpose

The Director of Rehabilitation (DOR) is responsible for the day-to-day activities in the rehabilitation department of an assigned facility or facilities.

This includes but is not limited to the delivery of direct and indirect services to in-patients and out-patients, supervision of all therapy personnel, interviewing and recommending new hires, and training of all therapy personnel.

The DOR is responsible for the implementation of new programs to meet the needs of the facility and the residents.

The DOR is delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out all assigned duties to provide both clinical and operational oversight to the delivery of rehabilitative services.

Essential Duties


* Directly supervises and guides all therapy personnel in an assigned facility, including licensed, registered, certified therapists, assistants, aides, and students.


* Performs daily scheduling for department staff to meet the needs of the facility.


* Provides direct care and works with supervisor to determine appropriate caseload in tandem with management responsibilities.


* Assures that the rehabilitation needs of the residents are met.


* Periodically reviews therapy services offered and updates them to meet the changing environment.


* Ensures adherence to all regulatory standards as they pertain to the delivery of rehabilitation services.


* Ensures that all clinical documentation is complete, timely, and accurately reflects the services provided.


* Conducts periodic department documentation reviews.


* Coordinates denials management activities of the department to ensure that claims and appeals are submitted timely and in accordance with company procedures.


* Meets and/or exceeds productivity standards as established with the supervisor.


* Ensures that the services delivered are of the highest quality and meet all standards of practice.


* Implements new treatment programs.


* Monitors treatment programs for outcomes and adjusts plans of care as necessary.


* Ensures the department follows established policies and procedures of the facility and the company.


* Approves timecards and verifies time worked by department personnel.


* Provides evaluation input on department employees and builds relationships with local hospitals and referral sites.


* Attends and participates in facility and company meetings as agreed to with facility leadership and approved by the supervisor.


* Consistently in-services all staff regarding safe work practices, emphasizing proper body mechanics, safety, and judgment to minimize work-related injuries.


* Organizes rehabilitation orientation for new department personnel, ensuring all paperwork is completed timely and distributed to appropriate human resources personnel.


* Completes billing documentation timely and accurately, reflecting services provided in accordance with...