Mgr, Rehabilitative Services: Full Time, Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center (IP)

Position Summary We are seeking a dynamic and collaborative Inpatient Rehabilitation Manager at Chilton Medical Center to oversee daily operations of our hospital-based rehabilitation services, including Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech-Language Pathology. This leader will ensure high-quality, patient-centered care while supporting staff development, operational efficiency, and interdisciplinary collaboration within a small community hospital setting. Clinical & Operational Leadership Oversee day-to-day operations of inpatient rehabilitation services Ensure delivery of safe, effective, and evidence-based patient care Monitor patient flow, staffing levels, and productivity to meet operational goals Collaborate with nursing, case management, and medical staff to support discharge planning and throughput Supports clinical staff with planning appropriate methods of treatment as determined by patient need and departmental standards, utilizing safe and effective means of treatment. Facilitates the development and implementation of policies and procedures across rehabilitation services department. Ensures conformity to patient care standards. Team Management & Development Supervise, coach, and support a multidisciplinary rehab team (PT, OT, SLP, assistants, and aides) Conduct performance evaluations, provide ongoing feedback, and support professional development Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and patient-centered care Quality & Performance Improvement Monitor clinical outcomes, patient satisfaction, and key performance indicators Lead quality improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with regulatory standards (e.g., Joint Commission, CMS) Support implementation of best practices and standardization of care pathways Financial & Resource Management Manage department budget, staffing, and resource utilization Analyze productivity and adjust staffing models to meet patient care demands Partner with leadership on service line development and growth opportunities Communication & Collaboration Serve as a liaison between rehabilitation services and hospital leadership Foster strong interdisciplinary relationships across departments Communicate effectively with patients, families, and care teams Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in healthcare (PT, OT, or SLP) is required, MS/PhD strongly preferred Valid NJ PT, OT or SLP license is required Leadership experience in an acute care setting strongly preferred 3-5 years of experience in healthcare or a related field preferred Advanced clinical practice designation evidenced by Board Certification or Advanced Degree attainment of specialization preferred Minimum of 3 years managerial experience strongly preferred Job Details Minimum Salary (Hourly Rate): 61.180000 Maximum Salary (Hourly Rate): 107.690000 Assignment Category: Full-time Hours per Week: 37.5 Primary Shift: Day Salary Admin Plan: MGR Atlantic Health, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Direct Jobs