Director of Rehabilitation (DOR)

Director of Rehabilitation

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced, dynamic, and compassionate Director of Rehabilitation (DOR) to lead our rehabilitation team. As a vital member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and quality assurance of rehabilitation programs, ensuring exceptional patient care, and fostering a collaborative environment among our interdisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Leadership: Develop, implement, and evaluate rehabilitation programs to meet the needs of patients across diverse conditions and diagnoses.

• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive, patient-centered care plans.

• Team Supervision & Mentorship: Supervise and mentor rehabilitation team members, providing clinical guidance and professional support to maintain high standards of patient care.

• Staff Education: Conduct staff orientation, training, and ongoing educational programs to promote industry best practices and maintain compliance.

• Outcome Management: Monitor and report on program outcomes, identifying opportunities for continuous quality improvement and implementing process enhancements.

• Operations & Budgeting: Manage department workflows, resources, and program budgets to ensure effective and efficient service delivery.

• Community & Partner Engagement: Foster relationships with local medical centers, clinics, and healthcare organizations to expand referral sources and promote strategic partnerships.

• Regulatory Standards: Ensure compliance with all state and federal healthcare regulations, facility policies, and clinical standards.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of experience in a clinical rehabilitation setting. Prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred.

• Licensure / Certification: Current active licensure or professional credentialing in state of residence as required for clinical therapy practice.

• Leadership: Strong leadership, team management, and organizational capabilities.

• Communication: Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.

• Problem-Solving: Proven problem-solving, analytical skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment.