Perm Director of Rehab

Location: Scarborough, Maine
Compensation: $33–$46 per hour, depending on discipline and experience
Schedule: 40 hours per week | Monday–Friday
Weekend Rotation: Required
Facility: 60-bed Skilled Nursing Facility
Position Type: Permanent

Overview

Are you an experienced rehabilitation professional ready to take the next step into leadership?

We are seeking a Director of Rehabilitation (DOR) to lead and support the therapy program at a 60-bed skilled nursing facility in Scarborough, Maine. This facility provides post-hospital, short-term rehabilitation along with long-term and respite care, giving you the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across a diverse resident population.

The ideal candidate is a confident clinical leader who understands the importance of excellent patient care, strong teamwork, and an organized, efficient rehabilitation department. You will have the opportunity to guide the therapy team, collaborate with facility leadership, and help ensure residents receive high-quality rehabilitation services throughout their stay.

This position is not open to new graduates. Candidates must have prior DOR or rehabilitation leadership experience.

Why Join This Team?

Competitive compensation of $33–$46 per hour , depending on discipline

Leadership opportunity in a 60-bed skilled nursing facility

Work with residents receiving post-hospital and short-term rehabilitation, as well as long-term and respite care

Join a team dedicated to meeting the medical and rehabilitation needs of individuals recovering from illness or injury

Opportunity to influence clinical quality, team development, and resident outcomes

Facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and most private insurance plans

Recognized as a Silver AHCA Quality Award winner

Collaborative environment where clinical leadership and teamwork are highly valued

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and direction for the rehabilitation department

Oversee daily therapy operations and help ensure efficient delivery of services

Support, mentor, and develop rehabilitation staff across disciplines

Collaborate with nursing, administration, physicians, and other members of the interdisciplinary team

Monitor therapy quality, productivity, documentation, and clinical outcomes

Participate in care planning and help ensure individualized rehabilitation goals are established and followed

Assist with staffing, scheduling, and departmental coverage

Promote compliance with applicable federal, state, and facility regulations

Identify opportunities to improve clinical programs, workflows, and resident outcomes

Participate in staff education and professional development initiatives

Foster a positive department culture built around communication, accountability, and excellent patient care

Serve as a clinical resource for therapists and facility leadership

Qualifications

Active Maine license in an eligible rehabilitation discipline

Previous Director of Rehabilitation or comparable rehabilitation leadership experience required

Candidates from the following disciplines will be considered:

Occupational Therapist (OT)

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Physical Therapist (PT)

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Strong understanding of rehabilitation operations and clinical documentation

Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills

Ability to effectively mentor and motivate a multidisciplinary therapy team

Skilled in working collaboratively within an interdisciplinary healthcare environment

Experience in skilled nursing or post-acute rehabilitation preferred

New graduates will not be considered. DOR experience is required.

Make an Impact

This is an opportunity to move beyond simply providing therapy and take an active role in shaping an entire rehabilitation program. If you're an experienced OT, COTA, PT, PTA, or SLP with DOR experience and you're ready to bring your leadership skills to a respected skilled nursing team in Scarborough, we'd love to connect.