Director of Rehabilitation (DOR) - Long-Term CareLocation: Atrium Place Health & Rehab - St Louis, Mo
Employment Type: Full-Time; Salaried
Reports To: Administrator/Regional Therapy Manager
Position SummaryVertical Health Services is seeking an experienced and dynamic
Director of Rehabilitation (DOR) to join our in-house therapy team at Atrium Place Health & Rehab. The Director of Rehabilitation is responsible for the overall clinical, operational, and financial performance of rehabilitation services, including Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech-Language Pathology.
The ideal candidate is a licensed therapist with strong leadership skills, excellent knowledge of Medicare regulations, and a commitment to delivering high-quality patient outcomes while promoting an exceptional resident experience, as well as team mentorship..
Key Responsibilities- Direct daily operations of the rehabilitation department.
- Lead, mentor, and develop therapy staff to achieve clinical excellence.
- Ensure compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, state, federal, and facility regulations.
- Monitor therapy utilization, productivity, staffing, and department performance metrics.
- Collaborate with nursing, medical providers, case management, and administration to optimize resident outcomes.
- Oversee documentation, care planning, and treatment protocols.
- Ensure accurate completion of assessments and reimbursement-related processes
- Drive census growth by supporting admissions and evaluating therapy potential.
- Monitor quality measures and implement performance improvement initiatives.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and resident care conferences.
- Maintain readiness for state surveys and regulatory reviews.
QualificationsRequired- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or Speech-Language Pathology program.
- Current state licensure as PT, PTA, OT, OTA, SLP,
- Strong understanding of Medicare Part A, Part B, PDPM, managed care, and rehabilitation compliance.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
Preferred- Director of Rehabilitation experience in post acute or long term care rehabilitaton
- Multi-disciplinary rehabilitation management experience.
- Experience with Net Health, PointClickCare, or similar rehabilitation software platforms.
Benefits- Competitive Salary
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off and Personal Day
- 401(k)
- HSA $150 Employer Contribution
- Continuing Education opportunities
- Professional Development and Leadership Training
- Supportive Interdisciplinary Team Environment
- Regional Therapy and Nurse Support
Why Join Us?At Atrium Place Health & Rehab, we are committed to providing compassionate, resident-centered care while creating a positive and supportive workplace for our employees. As Director of Rehabilitation, you will play a vital leadership role in helping residents maximize their independence and quality of life.
Apply today to join our team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents. 
