Director of Rehabilitation

About Us

Vertical Health Services operates an in‑house rehabilitation program at Avalon View Health and Wellness in Liberty, Mo, allowing us to maintain full control over quality of care, staff development, and resident outcomes. Our therapy team is an integral part of our facility culture, working closely with nursing and leadership to deliver resident‑centered care.

Position Summary

The Director of Rehabilitation provides clinical leadership and operational oversight for the in‑house therapy department, including Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech‑Language Pathology services. This role ensures regulatory compliance, clinical excellence, staff engagement, and alignment with facility goals—without the pressures of third‑party contract management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of the in‑house rehabilitation department
• Oversee therapy service delivery to ensure high clinical quality and resident satisfaction
• Maintain compliance with CMS, Medicare/Medicaid, Managed Care, state, and facility regulations
• Collaborate closely with nursing, administration, and the interdisciplinary team
• Manage staffing, scheduling, productivity expectations, and performance evaluations
• Ensure complete, accurate, and timely therapy documentation and billing
• Participate in care plan meetings, IDT meetings, QAPI initiatives, and survey preparedness
• Develop clinical programs and protocols to enhance outcomes and efficiency
• Mentor therapy staff and support ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Current state of Missouri license as a PT, OT, SLP, PTA or OTA
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in a long‑term care or skilled nursing environment
• Previous Director of Rehabilitation experience
• Strong knowledge of PDPM, Medicare Part A & B, Managed Care and long‑term care regulations
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Commitment to team‑based, resident‑focused care 

Why In‑House?

• Consistent staffing and scheduling
• Direct involvement in facility decision‑making
• Strong interdisciplinary relationships
• Greater autonomy and clinical integrity

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Generous PTO accrual
• 401(k)
• Continuing education and leadership development opportunities
• Supportive, stable work environment