Director of Rehabilitation

Overview

Welcome to Chautauqua Health and Rehabilitation! Are you ready to lead a therapy team that truly makes a difference? We’re looking for an energetic and inspiring Director of Rehabilitation to guide our in-house rehab department with passion, purpose, and positivity. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated leader who thrives in a collaborative environment. In this role, you’ll have the chance to shape clinical programs, promote strong teamwork, and drive exceptional outcomes for the residents we serve.

You’ll mentor your staff, streamline workflow, and help create a supportive, uplifting environment where everyone can grow and succeed. If you’re a compassionate leader who loves problem-solving, building relationships, and bringing out the best in others, we’d be thrilled to have you join our team. Step into a role where your leadership, creativity, and positive energy can truly shine!

• Quarterly Micro Raises:
  Consistently rewarding exceptional performance with quarterly salary increases. Eligible for up to 5.5% raise per year!
• Career Growth Opportunities:
  We prioritize internal growth and advancement.
• Monthly Staff Appreciation Events:
  Celebrating our staff's hard work and dedication with parties, giveaways, and prizes.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  Including health, dental, and vision insurance to support our employees' well-being.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program:
  Supporting continuous learning and career advancement with financial assistance.
• Retirement Savings Plan:
  Offering a 401K plan for long-term financial security.
• Shift Differentials:
  Providing additional compensation for evening, night, and weekend shifts.
• Daily Pay Option:
  Offering flexibility with daily access to earned wages.
• Uniforms Offered:
  Ensuring a unified workplace environment.
• PTO with accruals for full-time employees:
  Earn more paid time off to support work-life balance.

The Director of Rehabilitation is responsible for managing and supervising the rehabilitation department to meet resident needs, organizational fiscal requirements, and federal and state regulations. The Director of Rehabilitation achieves specific patient care, employee relations, customer service, and financial objectives through strong leadership and effective management of staff, customers, and referral sources. Maintains professional conduct, including positive levels of interaction and rapport with facilities and clients.

Represents the organization’s commitment to quality and service in all interactions and adheres to organizational policies and procedures.

• Reports to the Regional Director of Operations.
• Assign patient scheduling and departmental responsibilities as needed.
• Supervise, orient, train, evaluate, and counsel department employees to maintain high standards of performance and patient care.
• Assist with the interview and hiring process for rehabilitation staff as needed.
• Ensure compliance with organizational and facility-specific policies and procedures.
• Ensure therapists and assistants maintain compliant, accurate, and timely documentation that meets regulatory and payor requirements.
• Communicate and coordinate department functions with other services to promote interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Communicate effectively with administration regarding department goals, risks, outcomes, and performance.
• Participate in utilization review, quality assurance, care conferences, admission meetings, and rehabilitation meetings.
• Manage revenue and expense controls to meet budgetary expectations.
• Ensure timely and accurate assessment, reporting, and billing of services.
• Enhance clinical expertise and leadership skills through continuing education and professional development.
• Understand relevant payment models and ensure clinically appropriate delivery of services.
• Ensure compliance with infection control and environmental safety standards.
• Maintain confidentiality of organizational, facility, and patient information.
• Conduct oneself in an ethical, legal, and professional manner at all times.

• Effective clinical problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Strong verbal…