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Healthpro Heritage
Athens, GA, US

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

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Staff supervisionRegulatory complianceMedicare guidelines

Physical Therapist Career Context

In Georgia, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$89k (465 salary observations; 2,249 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (12,442 salary observations; 64,443 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

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).

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in Georgia?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$102k–$110kPhysical Therapy median $88k (middle half $82k–$94k)894 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Georgia vs national$89k median in Georgia$94k nationally (−5%)465 state / 12,442 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$110k in purchasing powerGeorgia index 96.3 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in Georgia876 active21,571 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 2% remote · 54% no call · 42% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repayment$5k sign-onGeorgia Physical Therapist listings: 37% state a sign-on bonus (median $20k) · 30% offer loan repayment911 active listings, Nov 2026
New Physical Therapy listings7,754 in the last 30 days4,473 the 30 days before (+73%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Physical Therapy pay trend+1.6% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Physical Therapist Jobs

34 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

34 jobs · 21 employers
15
<$105k
9
$105k-120k
2
$120k
4
$135k-150k
4
$150k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

32 jobs · 21 employers
401k / retirement match
84% this job
Sign-on bonus
53% this job
CME allowance
47% this job
Loan repayment
19%
Relocation assistance
6%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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#2

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#3

Home Health Physical Therapist - Glendale

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#4

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Work-life snapshot

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

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 21,256 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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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
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k)
CEU Support
Generous PTO

Living in Athens

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$329k
Typical market rent
$1,782/mo
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
93.3
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

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

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

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