Permanent Director of Rehab

Job Description

Job Description

Director of Rehabilitation (DOR)

Location: Stockton, California
Compensation: $45–$60 per hour
Schedule: 40 hours per week | Monday–Friday
Weekend Rotation: None
Facility Size: 119 Beds
Position Type: Permanent

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Director of Rehabilitation (DOR) to join a 119-bed skilled nursing facility in Stockton, California. This is an excellent opportunity for a rehabilitation professional who is ready to take the lead, support a strong clinical team, and help shape a high-quality therapy program.

In this role, you will combine clinical expertise with leadership, team development, and program oversight. You will play an important part in creating an environment where therapists can do their best work and residents receive thoughtful, effective rehabilitation services.

This position is not open to new graduates and requires an experienced rehabilitation leader.

Why Join This Team?

• Competitive compensation: $45–$60 per hour

• Predictable schedule: Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week

• No weekend rotation

• Leadership opportunity within a 119-bed skilled nursing facility

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on clinical outcomes and resident care

• Support and collaborate with an interdisciplinary healthcare team

• Help develop and mentor rehabilitation staff

• Take an active role in improving the quality and efficiency of the therapy program

• Work in a leadership position where your clinical knowledge and ideas are valued

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for the rehabilitation department

• Coordinate day-to-day therapy operations and ensure efficient service delivery

• Supervise, mentor, and support rehabilitation team members

• Collaborate with nursing, administration, physicians, and other interdisciplinary team members

• Monitor clinical outcomes, productivity, documentation, and quality measures

• Ensure therapy services are delivered in accordance with facility standards and applicable regulations

• Participate in care planning and contribute to individualized treatment strategies

• Assist with staff development, performance management, and ongoing education

• Help maintain appropriate staffing levels and departmental coverage

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

• Support compliance with federal, state, and facility requirements

• Build a positive department culture focused on teamwork, accountability, and excellent patient care

Qualifications

• Current and active California license in a qualifying rehabilitation discipline

• Prior rehabilitation leadership or Director of Rehabilitation experience required

• Experience working in a skilled nursing or post-acute rehabilitation setting strongly preferred

• Strong understanding of therapy operations, clinical documentation, and regulatory requirements

• Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills

• Ability to mentor and motivate a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team

• Strong clinical judgment and problem-solving abilities

• Comfortable working collaboratively with facility leadership and interdisciplinary teams

Please note: This position is not open to new graduates and the facility cannot accept COTA or PTA candidates for the DOR role.

Your Opportunity to Lead

If you're an experienced rehabilitation professional looking for a leadership role with a Monday–Friday schedule, no weekend rotation, competitive pay, and the opportunity to make a real difference , this Stockton opportunity is worth exploring.

Bring your leadership, clinical expertise, and passion for great patient care to a team where your experience can truly make an impact.