Director of Rehab

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Overview:

At Powerback, we're on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive while providing essential therapy for children at home and in school.

With over 38 years of trusted service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home-based care. We're proud to deliver personalized care exactly where and when it's needed most.

Join an industry-leading team that restores hope and makes a lasting impact. If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to be part of the future of rehabilitation and wellness, Powerback is the place for you.

Why Powerback?

  • Benefits: We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to Full-Time team members. We offer Dental and Vision to Part-Time team members.
  • Paid Time Off: We offer generous paid time off to Full-Time and Part-Time team members.
  • Support for New Grads: Our Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program kicks off on day one, helping you learn from the best in the field.
  • Continuing Education: Keep growing with free CEUs through Medbridge.
  • H-1B Visa & Relocation Assistance: We support Visa or Green Card sponsorships, plus our Journey Travel Program lets you work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.
  • Perks at Powerback: Enjoy exclusive discounts on Wireless/TV, Home/Auto/Renters and Pet Insurance, Childcare, Eldercare, and more. Earn rewards through our PowerZone Employee Recognition Program, and expand your expertise with our Clinicians in Action professional development program.
Responsibilities:
The Director of Rehab PT is responsible for the efficient management of rehabilitation services in their assigned account(s). This position also assists in integration of rehabilitation services in all settings. The Director of Rehab PT ensures that the highest standard of rehabilitation services is delivered and maintained.

1. Assumes responsibility for the efficient and profitable management of rehabilitation services in assigned site(s) of service.
2. Provides direct patient care.
3. Monitors the standard of clinical services being delivered and maintained in all sites and ensures an ethical and compliant product is being delivered.
4. Operationally manages Powerback Rehabilitation personnel and consultants within facility or home care contracts.
5. Ensures accountability to the provision of evidence based care and adherence to care delivery standards.
6. Reviews monthly department and individual therapist outcomes and supports staff in identifying strategies to improve outcomes as needed.
7. Assists therapy staff in identifying and removing barriers to treatment and providing clinical education to meet the needs of the patient.
8. Takes responsibility for the development and support of all staff in their site to include rounding, coaching and mentoring.
9. Assumes responsibility for annual merit evaluation of therapy staff.
10. Assumes responsibility for hiring therapy staff (in conjunction with the Clinical Operations Area Director).
11. Assumes responsibility for daily staffing and utilization with input from treating therapists, consideration of clinical requirements, and recommendations from the Clinical Director.
12. Administers financial controls of revenue and expenses.
13. Assumes responsibility for facility reports on a weekly and monthly basis.
14. Assists Clinical Operations Area Director in annual budget preparation.
15. Assumes responsibility for meeting annual budget goals as set by the Clinical Operations Area Director.
16. Assists with clinical orientation and ensures that there is a quality orientation process for new rehab staff.
17. Supports the delivery of the highest standard of rehab services through appropriate utilization of resources, the promotion of clinical programs, and staff development in collaboration with licensed therapists, the Clinical Operations Area Director and the Clinical Director.
18. Promotes all Powerback Rehabilitation products and services whenever possible.
19. Assists Clinical Operations Area Director in identifying and securing new contracts.
20. Develops and maintains relationship with facility management team and staff as a representative of Powerback Rehabilitation.
21. Ensures that the clinical management of the rehab department, including oversight related to case management, quality improvement, care planning, clinical utilization, and patient identification is overseen.
22. Completes monthly reports and formally reviews them with the facility administration.
23. Performs other related duties as required.
Qualifications:
1. They must have a valid Physical Therapy license in the state(s) of practice, or proof of license eligibility.
2. They must have a Master's degree in Physical Therapy; or
3. They must have a Master's degree in a Physical Therapy related field in addition to a Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy; or
4. They must have a Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy plus 5 years of progressively responsible PT experience.
5. The qualifying Physical Therapy degree earned outside of the U.S. must be evaluated to be the U.S. equivalent to a degree in Physical Therapy.
6. Additionally, the Director of Rehab PT must have three years direct patient care experience and one year of management experience.
7. A thorough knowledge of Medicare and third party billing is also required.
Posted Salary Range: USD $6,000.00 - USD $100,000.00 /Yr.
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