Certified Case Manager (CCM), Communication Skills, Documentation, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Medicare, Mentoring, Multitasking, Nursing, Onboarding, Operations, Patient Care, Performance Analysis, Performance Reviews, Problem Solving Skills, Professional License, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Schedule Development, Speech and Language Pathology, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player
We are seeking an experienced Travel Director of Rehabilitation (DOR) to lead the rehabilitation department at a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF). This leadership role is responsible for overseeing daily therapy operations, ensuring high-quality patient care, maintaining regulatory compliance, and supporting the success of the rehabilitation team.
The ideal candidate will have previous experience as a Director of Rehabilitation in a Skilled Nursing Facility and a strong understanding of PDPM (Patient-Driven Payment Model).
Assignment Details- Guaranteed Hours:35 hours per week
- Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
- Preferred Discipline:Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
Responsibilities- Oversee the daily operations of the rehabilitation department
- Supervise and support therapists and therapy assistants to ensure quality patient care
- Manage staffing, scheduling, productivity, and departmental performance
- Ensure compliance with PDPM guidelines, Medicare regulations, and facility policies
- Monitor documentation for accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance
- Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, case managers, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and department performance monitoring
- Assist with staff onboarding, mentoring, and performance evaluations
- Provide direct patient care as needed based on facility requirements
- Foster a collaborative, patient-centered rehabilitation environment
Requirements- Required: Active professional license in an accepted rehabilitation discipline (SLP preferred)
- Required: Previous Director of Rehabilitation (DOR) experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
- Required: Strong working knowledge of PDPM
- Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional patient care and regulatory compliance
What We Offer- Competitive weekly pay
- Housing and travel stipends
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Dedicated recruiter support throughout the assignment
- Opportunity to lead a rehabilitation team in a collaborative Skilled Nursing Facility setting
- Potential for assignment extensions and future travel opportunities