Dove Healthcare - Rice Lake | 910 Bear Paw Ave, Rice Lake, WI 54868

Rehabilitation Manager - Physical Therapist (PT) or Occupational Therapist (OT)

Full-Time | Leadership Role

Position Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Rehabilitation Manager (PT or OT) to lead our therapy team and oversee daily rehabilitation services. This role combines clinical expertise with operational leadership to ensure high-quality patient care, staff development, regulatory compliance, and program growth.

The ideal candidate is a motivated clinician with strong leadership skills, a passion for patient outcomes, and the ability to foster a collaborative, supportive team environment.

What You'll Do

Lead the Therapy Team

Provide day-to-day direction and support to therapy staff
Help create schedules and manage caseloads
Mentor clinicians and support professional growth
Assist with hiring, onboarding, and performance reviews

Support Great Patient Care

Ensure residents receive high-quality, person-centered therapy
Jump in to treat patients as needed
Help manage complex cases and discharge planning
Monitor outcomes and adjust programs for success

Keep Things Running Smoothly

Oversee documentation and regulatory compliance (Medicare/PDPM)
Track productivity and department performance
Coordinate with nursing and administration
Prepare for surveys and audits

Grow the Program

Look for ways to improve services and resident outcomes
Support census growth and community relationships
Promote a team culture that's positive, respectful, and collaborative

What We're Looking For

Required

Licensed Physical Therapist (PT) or Occupational Therapist (OT)
Graduate of an accredited program
At least 3 years of clinical experience
Strong organizational and communication skills
Passion for working with older adults

Preferred

Previous SNF experience
Prior leadership or supervisory experience
Knowledge of PDPM and skilled nursing regulations
Experience with electronic medical records

Health and Wellness Benefits

choose your own health insurance - our benefit design offers the flexibility to choose the plan that works best for you and your family!
company paid life and AD&D insurance
dental and vision Insurance
wellness incentives, including onsite gyms, health club reimbursement, weight loss program reimbursement
supplemental benefits, including short-term disability, life insurance, critical illness, accident coverage, hospital indemnity, cancer
paid time off (PTO)
floating holiday
employee assistance program (EAP)

Financial Benefits

early wage access through DailyPay
childcare assistance - up to 20%
401k, with company match
financial planning resources
referral bonus - up to $700 per referral

Career Development

tuition reimbursement / scholarship opportunities
continuing education
career mapping

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or Veteran status.

About Dove Healthcare

Dove Healthcare consists of 11 skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers, six assisted living residences, and three independent living complexes in Barron, Bloomer, Chippewa Falls, Eau Claire, Fennimore, Lodi, Osseo, Rice Lake, Spooner, St. Croix Falls, and Superior.

Our core services include inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, post-hospital care, ventilator care, skilled nursing, long-term and end-of-life care, as well as senior independent living, assisted living, and memory care.

As an innovative healthcare provider and community partner, we provide compassionate care and service to meet the needs of those who depend on us. We commit to excellence through adherence to high standards, disciplined leadership, and mutual respect for all.

For more information, visit dovehealthcare.com.

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