Director of Therapy Operations

Overview

Director of Therapy Operations - Full Time

We are seeking a Director of Therapy Operations to join our team at the Rehabilitation Hospital of Northern Indiana.

Transformative Leadership | Interdisciplinary Collaboration | Patient-Focused Outcomes

Rehabilitation Hospital of Northern Indiana in Mishawaka, Indiana (South Bend area) is a cutting‑edge inpatient rehabilitation facility focused on helping patients reclaim their lives after serious injuries or illnesses. We provide intensive rehab care for stroke survivors, individuals with brain or spinal cord injuries, multiple trauma, and other debilitating conditions. Our hospital’s expert team – including board‑certified rehabilitation physicians (physiatrists), therapists, and nurses – work together to deliver personalized therapy programs aimed at restoring mobility, communication, and daily living skills.

With a state‑of‑the‑art therapy gym and a compassionate approach to care, we offer an ideal setting for healing and improvement. Fully accredited and consistently praised for our patient outcomes, Rehabilitation Hospital of Northern Indiana proudly serves patients across the region with high‑quality, individualized rehabilitative care.

Mishawaka blends small‑town warmth with big‑city potential, making it an ideal place to live and work. Enjoy a lower cost of living than the national average while taking advantage of the city’s scenic Riverwalk along the St. Joseph River—recognized as one of Indiana’s best for walking, jogging, or cycling. Explore newly renovated parks, golf courses, and vibrant downtown filled with local shops, eateries, and cultural events.

Located just an hour from Lake Michigan and two hours from Chicago, Mishawaka offers both peaceful charm and easy access to major attractions. With nearby access to the University of Notre Dame, the city pulses with spirited collegiate energy year‑round.

The Director of Therapy Operations is responsible for the overall management and strategic direction of the therapy department, ensuring the delivery of high‑quality rehabilitative services that meet clinical, regulatory, and operational standards.

This leadership role oversees therapy intensity and productivity metrics, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and efficient use of resources.

Key responsibilities include monitoring and adjusting therapy intensity levels, managing therapist productivity, overseeing patient and staff scheduling, and maintaining departmental cost‑effectiveness.

The Director also plays a central role in recruiting, developing, and retaining a high‑performing therapy team, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.

This position requires strong clinical knowledge, operational expertise, and leadership skills to align departmental goals with broader organizational objectives.

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees’ work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through “My Ernest Journey” and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is “You Spoke, We Listened”. These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.

Our hospital offers comprehensive benefits, designed to support your health and financial well‑being.

• PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account options available
• Dental and Vision coverage
• 401K with employer matching
• Life insurance
• Short‑ and long‑term disability

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives
• Earned Time Off – start accruing vacation time on start date

• Continuing education opportunities and reimbursement

Required Skills:

• Current license as Physical Therapist, Speech Language Pathologist, or Occupational Therapist in the state of employment required.
• Current BLS certification from an approved vendor required.
• Three years’…