Director of Rehab (DOR)

Director of Rehab (DOR)

Status: Full-Time, Salaried

Location: Avamere Rehab of Hillsboro

Apply at:  www.teamavamere.com

We are seeking a Director of Rehab ( Occupational Therapist/COTA - PT/PTA also considered ) to join our team in Hillsboro, OR. As a DOR with Avamere Rehab, you will join a team with a culture and mission to enhance the life of every person we serve.  Avamere Rehab provides in-house therapy in our Avamere Living communities throughout Oregon and Washington.  Avamere Living began in 1995 and has grown to become the industry leader in the Pacific Northwest for Skilled Nursing and Post-Acute Care.  At Avamere our rehab professionals build lasting relationships with patients & residents, their families, and fellow team members.  If you are interested in Full-time, Part-time, or PRN opportunities, please contact us or apply for this position.

Join our 91-bed skilled nursing facility with an amazing rehab space, including a fully equipped kitchen for modalities.

Reasons to Join Avamere Rehab:

• In-House Therapy
• Collaborative Team Approach with All Departments
• Therapist-Run
• Compliance & Regulatory Management and Education
• Manageable Productivity Expectations
• Flexible Schedule Options
• Two Full-time Status Options (30 or 40-hour workweek)
• Career Advancement & Development
• New Hire & New to Setting Mentorship & Training

Avamere Rehab Benefits:

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.
• 401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program. 
• Paid Time Off (PTO):  Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.
• EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.
• Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.
• Generous employee referral bonus program.
• Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA:  Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).
• Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
• Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.

Integrity, passion, quality—these are not just words we say, but ideals we choose to guide and influence every decision we make.  We value diversity, equity, inclusion, corporate social responsibility, and employee engagement.  Avamere is committed to hire, develop, and retain diverse talent with aligned values to build a culture of integrity and respect for all.

Key Responsibilities:

• Directly supervises and guides all therapy personnel in an assigned facility, including, but not limited to, licensed, registered, certified therapists, assistants, aides, and students
• Daily scheduling for the department staff to meet the needs of the facility
• Providing direct care and working with supervisor to determine appropriate caseload in tandem with management responsibilities
• Assures that the rehabilitation needs of the residents are met
• Periodically reviews the therapy services offered and providing updates to meet the standards of the changing environment
• Represents the rehabilitation department during clinical meetings (PPS, Medicare)
• Adherence to all regulatory standards as they pertain to the delivery of rehabilitation services
• Ensures that all clinical documentation is complete and timely, and accurately reflects the services provided
• Completes chart audits to ensure compliance as required
• Coordinates denials management activities of the department to ensure that claims are timely and/or appeals timely and in accordance with company procedure
• Meets and or exceeds the productivity standards as established with supervisor
• Ensures that the services delivered are of the highest quality and meet all standards of practice
• Implements new treatment programs
• Monitors treatment programs for outcomes and adjusts plans of care in accordance
• Assures that the department follows the established policies and procedures of the facility and the company
• Approves timecards and time worked by the department personnel

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an approved curriculum in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy or Speech Language Pathology
• Must hold an active license in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy or Speech Language