Dir Therapy & Rehab

Director of Therapy & Rehabilitation Services

Location: Arkansas

Position Type: Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

Schedule: 8-hour days | 30 hours guaranteed per week

Pay Range: $115,000–$135,000 annually, based on experience

Setting: Inpatient (Swing Bed) & Outpatient

We are seeking an experienced Director of Therapy & Rehabilitation Services to oversee the daily operations, clinical performance, and strategic direction of rehabilitation services within a healthcare facility.

This leadership position offers the opportunity to work across both inpatient swing-bed and outpatient therapy settings while providing clinical leadership, staff supervision, and support for therapy programs. The Director will collaborate with physicians, facility leadership, and interdisciplinary teams to promote high-quality patient care, improve outcomes, ensure regulatory compliance, and maintain operational efficiency.

Position Responsibilities

Oversee the daily operations and clinical performance of therapy and rehabilitation services.

Provide leadership, supervision, and support to all PT and PTA staff.

Perform and provide evaluations for physical therapists as needed.

Develop, implement, and oversee effective therapy programs and treatment strategies.

Monitor patient outcomes and promote high-quality, patient-centered care.

Ensure compliance with Arkansas state and federal healthcare regulations.

Collaborate with physicians, leadership, and interdisciplinary care teams.

Assist with departmental budgeting, resource management, and operational efficiency.

Support staff development, clinical education, and performance improvement initiatives.

Manage a mixed caseload across inpatient swing-bed and outpatient services.

Adapt effectively to the needs of a smaller healthcare team and rural-care environment.

Requirements

Active Arkansas Physical Therapist (PT) License

Current AHA BLS Certification

NPI number required

2–5 years of management experience in a therapy setting preferred

Strong communication and patient education skills

Ability to work independently in a smaller team environment

Familiarity with EMR and clinical documentation systems

Strong time-management and organizational skills

Adaptability and comfort working across inpatient and outpatient settings

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience in a rural or critical access hospital setting

Experience managing or supervising PT and PTA staff

Experience working with both inpatient and outpatient therapy caseloads

TruBridge/CPSI EMR experience strongly preferred

Schedule & Work Environment

8-hour workdays

30 hours guaranteed per week

No weekends currently required

No holidays currently required

Combination of inpatient swing-bed and outpatient therapy services

Black scrubs required

Compensation

Annual Salary: $115,000–$135,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced physical therapist and therapy leader looking to take on a director-level role with clinical and operational responsibility in a collaborative healthcare environment.

Vaccination Requirements

Current flu vaccination

Vaccination records required

Pay Details: $54.29 to $55.29 per hour

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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