Manager of Rehabilitation Services

Manager of Rehabilitation Services career opportunity with our healthcare client.

Location: On-site | Palmdale, California, United States
Salary Range: $130,000 $180,000 per year
Industry: Healthcare

Position Summary

The Manager of Rehabilitation Services is responsible for overseeing the daily operations and clinical performance of the rehabilitation department, which includes physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology. This leadership role ensures the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care in alignment with hospital standards and regulatory requirements.

The Manager plays a key role in staff supervision, departmental organization, and interdepartmental collaboration, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and compassion. This position supports the hospitals mission by promoting safe, efficient, and effective rehabilitation services in both acute care and inpatient rehabilitation settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day departmental operations, ensuring efficient workflows and high-quality patient care.

• Supervise and support clinical staff, including physical, occupational, and speech therapists.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional work environment.

• Promote a collaborative, respectful, and culturally sensitive approach to patient and family care.

• Foster effective communication and teamwork with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals.

• Support departmental initiatives focused on quality improvement, regulatory compliance, and staff development.

• Demonstrate proactive leadership by identifying opportunities for process and service improvements.

Qualifications

Required:

• Minimum of five (5) years of clinical experience in physical therapy, occupational therapy, or speech-language pathology.

• At least two (2) years of supervisory or management experience with increasing responsibilities.

• Graduate of an accredited therapy program with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in the applicable discipline.

• Current California licensure in one of the following: Physical Therapist (PT), Occupational Therapist (OT), or Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP).

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.

Preferred:

• Experience in an acute care hospital or acute inpatient rehabilitation hospital setting