Director of Rehabilitation• About the FacilityLaurelwood Health Care Center is a 64-bed skilled nursing facility providing short- and long-term rehab care, Dementia care, and psychiatric care that feels personal, respectful, and heartfelt. Join a team always striving to grow and improve the quality of life for those we serve.
➡ About the Location- Jackson, TNLocated along the Music Highway halfway between Memphis and Nashville, Jackson is where the sounds of country and blues collide - home of Rockabilly King Carl Perkins and the start of the Rockabilly Highway. Jackson, Tennessee, is in Madison County. It is a mid-sized city that has roots in railroads and industry, and today it blends that heritage with a growing arts and music scene. It is a comfortable, family-friendly city that balances small-town charm with modern conveniences.
• Responsibilities- Develop and implement therapy programs and services that meet the needs of patients and are consistent with the healthcare organization's mission and values
- Provide leadership and guidance to therapy staff, including hiring, training, and performance evaluations.
- Manage day-to-day therapy department operations, ensuring services are delivered in a timely, efficient, patient-centered manner.
- Develop and manage therapy department budgets, ensuring resources are allocated appropriately and aligned with organizational priorities.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and treatment plans.
- Develop and maintain relationships with external stakeholders, such as insurance companies, referral sources, and community organizations.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards for therapy services.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of therapy programs and services and make recommendations for improvements.
- Stay up to date with developments in therapy research, technology, and best practices, and incorporate them into therapy programs and services as appropriate.
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Qualifications- Graduate of an approved Occupational Therapy/Assistant Program OR Speech-Language Pathologist
- Must have management experience in skilled nursing.
- Current license or eligible for support under statutes in the state of practice.
- Must have BLS CPR certification upon hire or obtain it during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.
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Benefits- Competitive Pay + Daily Pay Option
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Short/Long-Term Disability
- Ancillary Insurance & FSA
- PTO + Free Birthday Holiday + Holiday Bonus Pay
- Free Life Insurance & 401(k) with Company Match
- Free CEUs and Continuing Education Support
• Be part of something meaningful.Join Ahava Therapy Services - where compassion meets excellence, and PTAs are empowered to make a difference every day.
