Therapy Director Jobs in San Diego, CA

A Therapy Director is a key player in the therapy industry, responsible for overseeing and coordinating the operations of a therapy department, whether it be physical, occupational, or speech therapy. They manage the therapy staff, monitor patient care, develop treatment plans, and ensure the department complies with all regulations and standards. The Therapy Director also plays an integral role in budgeting, hiring, staff training, and performance evaluation. They are often the liaison between the therapy department and other healthcare professionals, ensuring a holistic approach to patient care.

A Therapy Director should possess strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. They require extensive knowledge in their respective field of therapy, and should stay updated with latest research and techniques. In terms of certifications, they should have a Master's or Doctorate degree in their field of therapy, and licensure is generally required. Additional certifications may depend on the specialization, such as a Board Certified Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy. Prior to becoming a Therapy Director, individuals often gain experience as a practicing therapist, Therapy Supervisor, or Assistant Director of Therapy Services.

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Therapy Program Manager / Physical Therapist (PT)

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

Overview HealthPro Heritage has a great Full-Time Program Manager Opportu nity in San Diego, CA (92128 zip code). Must be a licensed Physical Therapist in the state of California Setting:...

Director Of Rehabilitation PT or OT

  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 days ago

Overview Director of Rehabilitation Overview: Join the Consonus Healthcare team as a Director of Rehabilitation and take your therapy career to new heights! St. Paul's Skilled Nursing and...

Full-time Director of Rehabilitation

  • Spring Valley, CA (10 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Spring Valley, CA (10 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Licensed Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, Physical Therapist Assistants and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants are encouraged to apply....

Respiratory Therapy Supervisor

  • San Diego, CA
  • 19 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 19 days ago

You are responsible for the 24-hour operations of the respiratory therapy department....

Director of Audiology

  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago

California Head & Neck Specialists is a leading ear, nose, and throat practice in San Diego County, California. We provide compassionate, innovative full-service care for patients at our four...

Director of Rehab

  • El Cajon, CA (18 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • El Cajon, CA (18 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Directly supervises and guides all therapy personnel, in an assigned facility which would include licensed, registered, certified therapists, assistants, aides and students. Daily scheduling for...

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Salary for Therapy Director Jobs in San Diego, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Therapy Director positions.



Highest Education Level

Therapy Directors in San Diego, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.7%
Master's Degree
26.8%
Associate's Degree
9.2%
Doctorate Degree
4.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.4%
High School or GED
1.7%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Therapy Directors in San Diego, CA
2-4 years
34.6%
4-6 years
34.6%
1-2 years
23.1%
6-8 years
3.8%
Less than 1 year
3.8%



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