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Rehab Program Manager, PT or OT — Peachtree City, GA
$7,000 Sign On Bonus | $46 to $50 per hour | Full Time Benefits at 30 Hours
HealthPRO Heritage is hiring a Rehab Program Manager for our beautiful senior living community in Peachtree City, Georgia. This role blends hands on clinical care with leadership opportunity, ideal for a Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist ready to grow into a management position.
Located just outside Atlanta, this community offers a manageable commute for candidates across the greater Atlanta metro area, with a supportive team culture and strong long term growth potential.
What We Offer:
- Sign on bonus of $7,000
- Competitive pay of $46 to $50 per hour based on experience
- Full time benefits starting at 30 hours per week, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401k with company match
- CEU support to fuel your continued growth
- Generous paid time off
- Independent and assisted living setting, a refreshing change of pace from traditional skilled nursing
What You Will Do:
- Provide direct patient care while maintaining a clinical caseload
- Lead and mentor a team of therapy professionals, supporting their growth and performance
- Build and expand the therapy program through community partnerships, physician relationships, and creative initiatives such as dementia care or fitness programming
- Oversee scheduling to ensure excellent coverage for residents
- Champion a culture of quality, compliance, and compassionate care
What You Bring
- Valid Georgia state licensure as a Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist, or license eligible
- Clinical experience in rehabilitation or a related healthcare setting
- Leadership experience is a plus but not required, we are happy to develop a first time leader
- Strong communication skills and a passion for improving residents' quality of life
Why HealthPRO Heritage
We are a therapist led organization that puts clinical voice at the center of every decision. Join a team where your input is valued, your growth is supported, and your work truly changes lives.
Ready to lead with heart and grow your career. Apply today.
Responsibilities:
Team Leadership & Management
- Directly manage and supervise clinical therapy staff, including hiring, performance appraisals, and fostering a positive team atmosphere.
- Monitor personnel compliance, credentials, and develop corrective action plans when necessary.
Clinical Oversight & Quality Assurance
- Maintain a clinical caseload and ensure the delivery of high-quality therapy services in compliance with regulatory standards (e.g., CARF, JCAHO).
- Conduct reviews of therapy programs and services to assess effectiveness and efficiency.
Program Development & Growth
- Develop strategies to expand therapy programs, including building caseloads and implementing special initiatives like fitness or dementia programs.
- Lead marketing efforts with local hospitals, physicians, and the community to promote the therapy program.
Operational Management
- Oversee scheduling of patients and therapists to ensure adequate coverage.
- Track and report assessment period data, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to Medicare and company guidelines.
Problem Resolution & Staff Support
- Investigate and resolve patient, staff, or service-related issues, ensuring open communication and problem-solving.
- Provide ongoing education and in-service training to staff and community members.
Compliance & Safety
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of laws and regulations governing rehabilitation services.
- Ensure a safe environment by complying with infection control, OSHA standards, and proper use of tools and equipment.
Qualifications:
- Education: Degree in required discipline (Physical, Occupational, Speech Therapy and/or Physical Therapy/Occupational Therapy Assisting).
- Licensure: Valid state licensure as a PT/OT/SLP and/or PTA/COTA, or license eligible
- At least 3–5 years of clinical experience in rehabilitation or a related healthcare field.
- Supervisory or management experience in a healthcare setting preferred, ideally in rehab therapy
- Leadership & Team Management: Strong ability to lead, motivate, and manage a multidisciplinary team of therapists and support staff.
- Clinical Knowledge: Deep understanding of rehabilitation principles, practices, and patient care protocols.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills for interacting with staff, patients, families, and stakeholders.
- Problem-Solving: Effective decision-making and critical thinking skills to address challenges and improve operations.
- Organizational Skills: Strong ability to manage schedules, resources, and budgets efficiently.
- Compliance Knowledge: Familiarity with healthcare regulations, including HIPAA, Medicare/Medicaid, and other applicable laws.
HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.