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Advantage

Director of Rehabilitation – COTA

Advantage

. Lead the daily operations and performance of the rehabilitation department .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timePhiladelphia • Pennsylvania • United StatesLeadWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in leading rehabilitation services, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and fostering a collaborative environment for multidisciplinary teams. Proficient in providing direct patient care within the COTA scope while promoting effective communication and documentation practices.

Highest-signal resume keywords
COTA LicensureRehabilitation ManagementClinical DocumentationPatient-Centered CareLeadership and Mentoring

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Hard Skills
Patient CareRegulatory ComplianceTherapy ProgrammingDocumentation PracticesCaseload Management
Soft Skills
CommunicationCollaborationOrganizationTime ManagementCoaching
Certifications & Qualifications
Pennsylvania Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Licensure
Industry Keywords
Skilled NursingLong-Term CareRehabilitationPost-Acute CareMultidisciplinary Team

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead the daily operations and performance of the rehabilitation department
  • Support, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary team of PT, OT, and SLP professionals
  • Provide direct patient care within the COTA scope of practice, as appropriate
  • Partner with facility leadership and interdisciplinary team members
  • Support appropriate staffing, scheduling, and caseload management
  • Promote timely, accurate documentation and outcomes-focused treatment
  • Maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, local, and professional requirements
  • Identify opportunities to strengthen therapy programming and rehabilitation services
  • Foster employee engagement, communication, collaboration, and accountability
  • Create an environment where clinicians feel supported, valued, and empowered to provide excellent care
  • Champion AdvantageCare's commitment to integrity, empathy, collaboration, and patient-centered care
  • Oversee Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech Therapy services

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Graduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant / COTA program
  • Current or eligible Pennsylvania Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant licensure
  • Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, rehabilitation, or post-acute care
  • Understanding of clinical documentation, regulatory compliance, and ethical patient care
  • Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills
  • Ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively across disciplines
  • A leadership mindset with the ability to coach, support, and develop others
  • Previous Director of Rehabilitation, Rehab Director, therapy management, supervisory, or leadership experience strongly preferred
  • Ability to provide direct patient care within the COTA scope of practice

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Telemedicine & Prescription Coverage
  • HSA & FSA Options
  • Pet Insurance
  • Free CEUs through Relias
  • $100 Annual License Renewal Stipend
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Employee Recognition Programs
  • Employee Referral Bonuses
  • Wellness & Engagement Programs
  • Professional development and leadership support
  • Real advancement opportunities within a growing organization that promotes from within
  • Access to experienced clinical and operational leadership
  • Continuing education resources
  • Leadership pathways
  • Opportunities for continued advancement