Director of Rehabilitation in Skilled Nursing Community

Job Title: Director of Rehabilitation (DOR) Location: Mantey Heights Rehabilitation and Care Center, Skilled Nursing Facility – Grand Junction, Colorado Employment Type: Full-Time | Exempt Position Summary: The Director of Rehabilitation (DOR) is responsible for managing the daily operations of the rehabilitation department within a skilled nursing facility in accordance with Colorado state and federal regulations. The DOR ensures the delivery of high-quality physical, occupational, and speech therapy services that promote resident recovery, independence, and well-being. This role includes clinical leadership, compliance management, staff supervision, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team. Essential Responsibilities: Direct and coordinate the rehab team including PTs, OTs, SLPs, and therapy assistants Ensure all therapy services comply with Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE) and CMS regulations Monitor and manage staff productivity, caseloads, and outcomes under PDPM guidelines Conduct evaluations and treatments as needed to support residents and team workflow Lead care plan meetings and collaborate with nursing, MDS, and social services Maintain timely, accurate documentation in alignment with payer requirements Support staff development through training, mentorship, and competency reviews Maintain adequate therapy staffing schedules and handle recruitment if needed Participate in audits, surveys, and quality assurance activities Qualifications: Active Colorado license as a Physical Therapist (PT) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Preferred 2 years of experience in long-term care or skilled nursing At least 1 year of supervisory or management experience Strong knowledge of PDPM, Medicare Part A/B billing, and EMR systems (e.g., PointClickCare, NetHealth) Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills Preferred Qualifications: Experience with survey readiness and post-acute care transitions Familiarity with Colorado-specific SNF regulations and compliance standards BLS/CPR certification Working Conditions: Primarily on-site at a skilled nursing facility in Colorado May involve physical activity such as assisting residents or moving equipment Occasional weekend or on-call availability as needed We Offer: Competitive salary $90k - $120k yearly with potential for performance-based bonuses Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Paid time off and holiday pay 401(k) with employer match Continuing education and leadership development support We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. The Colorado Job Application Fairness Act (JAFA) prohibits employers from asking prospective employees to disclose any age-related information. Therefore, Colorado applicants are not required to disclose their age, date of birth, dates of schooling or graduation, or other age-related information. Furthermore, Colorado applicants may wish to redact age-related information from their application materials, such as resumes or schooling transcripts.