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Director of Rehab Services

101 Truman Medical Center

Job LocationUH Lakewood Medical Center

Kansas City, Missouri

DepartmentOccupational Therapy UHLMC

Position TypeFull time

Work Schedule8:30AM - 4:30PM

Hours Per Week40

Job Description

Lead Rehabilitation Excellence. Shape Patient Outcomes. Inspire Clinical Teams.

We are seeking a Director of Rehabilitative Services to provide strategic, operational, and clinical leadership for a comprehensive rehabilitation program serving inpatient, outpatient, and skilled nursing populations. This is a pivotal leadership role for an experienced rehabilitation professional who is passionate about quality, compliance, team development, and advancing patient-centered care.

As a key member of the organization’s management team, the Director partners closely with executive leadership to ensure rehabilitative services—including Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, and Audiology—are delivered with excellence, efficiency, and compassion.

What You’ll Do

Strategic & Operational Leadership

Partner with the COO to define the department’s scope of services, mission, goals, and long-term objectives

Establish, implement, and continuously improve departmental policies, procedures, and performance standards

Ensure all operations support optimal clinical workflows and exceptional patient outcomes

Clinical Quality & Regulatory Excellence

Ensure full compliance with all regulatory and accrediting bodies (e.g., Joint Commission)

Design and oversee quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives

Maintain current knowledge of applicable statutes, regulations, and clinical standards

People & Talent Leadership

Recruit, develop, and lead a high-performing, multidisciplinary rehabilitation team

Establish competency requirements and administer competency assessments

Provide coaching, performance management, and professional development opportunities

Lead orientation, continuing education, and skill-building programs

Serve as a visible role model who promotes professionalism, collaboration, and engagement

Financial & Resource Stewardship

Develop and manage the department’s annual operating and capital budgets

Monitor financial performance, explain variances, and ensure responsible fiscal oversight

Oversee supply and equipment planning, purchasing, inventory, and vendor relationships

Evaluate and implement new technologies, equipment, and methodologies

Education & Academic Partnerships

Coordinate and oversee clinical affiliations for students

Teach and evaluate students in accordance with academic requirements

Promote a culture of learning and active professional involvement

Patient Experience & Organizational Impact

Lead guest relations initiatives that enhance the patient and family experience

Promote quality improvement, patient safety, staff well-being, and cultural diversity

Ensure all licensure, certifications, registries, and Primary Source Verifications are current and compliant

What You Bring

Education & Licensure

Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Administration or a related discipline

If the master’s degree is not in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or Speech Pathology:

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or Speech Pathology and

Minimum of five (5) years of medical rehabilitation experience, including at least three (3) years beyond first-level supervision

Current Missouri licensure as a Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or Speech Pathologist

Experience & Skills

Proven leadership experience in a complex rehabilitation or healthcare environment

Strong knowledge of regulatory, accreditation, and compliance requirements

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and influence across the organization

Demonstrated commitment to quality, safety, and patient-centered care

Physical Requirements

Ability to assist patients as needed and stand/walk for extended periods

Ability to respond appropriately to the age-specific needs of patients served