Director Rehabilitation Services

Director Rehabilitation Services

Job Code: 20037

Position Summary

The Director of Rehabilitation Services leads and oversees all aspects of inpatient and outpatient physical, occupational, and speech therapy operations. This position balances operational leadership with strategic growth initiatives and ensures high-quality, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Provides strategic and operational leadership for all rehab service lines across inpatient and outpatient settings
• Oversees day-to-day clinical and administrative functions including staffing, scheduling, and patient flow
• Ensures compliance with all federal, state, and hospital regulations and policies
• Develops and manages departmental budgets, forecasts, and cost-containment initiatives
• Analyzes and reports key performance indicators (KPIs) and implements improvement plans
• Partners with finance, strategy, and executive teams to align rehab services with organizational goals
• Leads business development efforts including service line expansion, market assessments, and ROI analysis
• Leads a multidisciplinary team of therapists, managers, and support staff
• Fosters a culture of collaboration, accountability, and clinical excellence
• Facilitates performance evaluations, continuing education, and mentorship programs
• Ensures high standards of care and patient satisfaction through data-driven quality improvement
• Leads initiatives related to accreditation, safety, and process optimization
• Champions innovation in therapy services including new technologies and delivery models
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
• Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or Speech-Language Pathology required
• Master's degree in Healthcare Administration (MHA) or Business Administration (MBA) preferred
• Licensure in the State of Idaho in the clinical field required within 90 days of hire
• Minimum 5 years' progressive leadership experience in rehabilitation services required
• Experience in both hospital-based and outpatient rehabilitation settings preferred
• Proven ability to manage large multidisciplinary teams and complex operations
• Strong financial acumen, with experience in budget management and business planning
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and analytical skills
• Familiarity with Epic or other major EHR platforms preferred

Working Conditions

• Must be able to lift and move up to 50lbs
• Must be able to maintain a sitting position
• Typical equipment used in a clinical and office job
• Repetitive movements

About Kootenai Health:

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

• Kootenai Health offers comprehensive medical plan options, including options for fully paid employer premiums for our full-time employees. For part-time employees, we offer the same plan options with affordable part-time premiums. In addition to medical insurance, we offer many voluntary benefits ranging from dental and vision to life and pet insurance. Kootenai Health also offers well-being resources and telemedicine service options to all employees, regardless of benefit eligibility. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Kootenai Health's tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it
• Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent.
• Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials
• An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching
• Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, and more
• Robust and interactive employee referral program
• And much more

If you strive to be an integral part of a high-quality healthcare system like Kootenai Health, we want to meet you!

Apply today! You can also contact Lindsay Buchanan at [email protected] or the HR Front Desk at ... or email [email protected] with any questions.

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.