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Healthpro Heritage
Athens, Georgia

Rehab Director- Physical Therapist

Physical TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$49-$53/hr

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Job Description

Program Manager, Physical Therapist | Orchard at Athens | Athens, GA 30606

HealthPro Heritage is seeking a motivated Program Manager, Physical Therapist to lead therapy services at Orchard at Athens, a senior living community, with additional support at a neighboring facility just nine minutes away.

This full time leadership role offers the ideal balance of clinical practice and team management, in a flexible and highly supportive environment. It is an excellent opportunity for a clinician ready to step into their first management role or an experienced leader seeking a new challenge.

Position Highlights

  • $5,000 Sign On Bonus
  • Pay range of $49 to $53 per hour, based on experience
  • Full benefits starting in month one, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • CEU support to fuel your continued growth
  • Generous PTO and additional benefits designed with you in mind

Lead with Purpose. Deliver with Compassion. Grow with Us.

Why Clinicians Choose HealthPro Heritage

Purpose Driven Work. Join a mission driven organization committed to compassionate care and innovative therapy solutions.

Growth Opportunities. Access continuous learning and development designed to support leaders at every stage of their career.

Collaborative Culture. Work within a team that values respect, open communication, and true collaboration.

Commitment to Excellence. Be part of an organization recognized for clinical expertise and outstanding patient outcomes.

Competitive Compensation and Benefits. Enjoy a comprehensive rewards package built with your wellbeing in mind.

About HealthPro Heritage

As a therapist led organization, HealthPro Heritage delivers high quality clinical services across a wide range of settings, including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, and pediatric schools and clinics. We are proud to offer careers where leaders are heard, valued, and empowered to make a lasting difference in the lives of the people they serve.

Apply today and take the next step into a rewarding leadership career with HealthPro Heritage.

Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Management

  • Directly manage and supervise clinical therapy staff, including hiring, performance appraisals, and fostering a positive team atmosphere.
  • Monitor personnel compliance, credentials, and develop corrective action plans when necessary.

Clinical Oversight & Quality Assurance

Maintain a clinical caseload and ensure the delivery of high-quality therapy services in compliance with regulatory standards (e. g., CARF, JCAHO).

Conduct reviews of therapy programs and services to assess effectiveness and efficiency.

Program Development & Growth

  • Develop strategies to expand therapy programs, including building caseloads and implementing special initiatives like fitness or dementia programs.
  • Lead marketing efforts with local hospitals, physicians, and the community to promote the therapy program.

Operational Management

  • Oversee scheduling of patients and therapists to ensure adequate coverage.
  • Track and report assessment period data, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to Medicare and company guidelines.

Problem Resolution & Staff Support

  • Investigate and resolve patient, staff, or service-related issues, ensuring open communication and problem-solving.
  • Provide ongoing education and in-service training to staff and community members.

Compliance & Safety

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of laws and regulations governing rehabilitation services.

Ensure a safe environment by complying with infection control, OSHA standards, and proper use of tools and equipment.

Qualifications

Education: Degree in required discipline (Physical, Occupational, Speech Therapy and/or Physical Therapy/Occupational Therapy Assisting).

  • Licensure: Valid state licensure as a PT/OT/SLP and/or PTA/COTA, or license eligible
  • At least 3–5 years of clinical experience in rehabilitation or a related healthcare field.
  • Supervisory or management experience in a healthcare setting preferred, ideally in rehab therapy
  • Leadership & Team Management: Strong ability to lead, motivate, and manage a multidisciplinary team of therapists and support staff.
  • Clinical Knowledge: Deep understanding of rehabilitation principles, practices, and patient care protocols.

Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills for interacting with staff, patients, families, and stakeholders.

Problem-Solving: Effective decision-making and critical thinking skills to address challenges and improve operations.

Organizational Skills: Strong ability to manage schedules, resources, and budgets efficiently.

Compliance Knowledge: Familiarity with healthcare regulations, including HIPAA, Medicare/Medicaid, and other applicable laws.

HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Clinical managementStaff supervisionMedicare complianceRegulatory compliance

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 28% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Georgia is 96.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$106k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $110k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Georgia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Salary Distribution32 jobs · 26 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks31 jobs · 26 employers

401k / retirement match
90% this job
CME allowance
81% this job
Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
35%
Relocation assistance
10%

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Work-life snapshot

median 5.1this job 4.8
Better work-life than 50% of Physical Therapy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 21,577 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Athens

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$330k
Typical market rent
$1,607/mo
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
93.3
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026).

BEA 2024 · Athens-Clarke County, GA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Healthpro Heritage

Hospitals and Health Care
Hunt Valley, MD
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus
Full Benefits Starting Month One
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
CEU Support