Director of Outpatient Rehabilitation

Director of Outpatient Therapy | Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) | Capistrano Senior Living | San Juan Capistrano, CA | Full-Time | $80,000 - $90,000 plus Bonus Potential

Lead a Program. Transform Lives. Build Something That Lasts.

Capistrano Senior Living is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist Assistant to step into a Director of Outpatient Therapy leadership role in the heart of South Orange County. This is a meaningful opportunity for a licensed PTA who is ready to move beyond the treatment floor and take ownership of an outpatient therapy program in a supportive, mission-driven senior living environment.

If you are a clinician who combines strong clinical foundations with the organizational instincts, collaborative communication skills, and operational discipline that effective program leadership requires, this role was built for you.

Our Mission: We are professionals committed to serving others, nurturing life, and promoting an individual's ability to thrive.

Why Capistrano Senior Living:

Compensation and Financial Security

• Annual salary range: $80,000 to $90,000, commensurate with experience plus bonus program
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage

Health and Wellness Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance — the company covers the majority of Medical HMO premiums, with buy-up plan options available
• Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support
• Identity theft protection and travel insurance coverage

Work-Life Quality

• Paid Time Off encompassing vacation, sick leave, and observed holidays
• Bene-Hub employee discount programs
• A San Juan Capistrano location in one of Southern California's most beautiful and livable communities

Culture and Career

• A collaborative, mission-driven organization that invests in its clinical leaders
• Program leadership scope with direct responsibility for outpatient therapy operations, quality, and staff coordination
• A senior-level seat with direct access to facility administration and interdisciplinary leadership
• Meaningful, measurable impact on program quality, patient outcomes, and community health

The Role

The Director of Outpatient Therapy provides operational and clinical coordination leadership for outpatient therapy services at Capistrano Senior Living under the direction of a supervising licensed Physical Therapist and in collaboration with facility administration. This position is responsible for supporting the delivery of high-quality, compliant, and operationally sound therapy services in accordance with California state law, professional standards of practice, and organizational guidelines. This position is classified as Exempt and reports to the Facility Administrator and the supervising licensed Physical Therapist.

Core responsibilities include:

• Coordinating the day-to-day operations of the outpatient therapy program in alignment with the supervising Physical Therapist's clinical direction and organizational standards
• Assisting in the recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, and day-to-day supervision of outpatient therapy support staff in accordance with applicable scope of practice regulations
• Supporting program quality monitoring through data collection, outcome tracking, patient satisfaction review, and operational reporting
• Maintaining scheduling, caseload coordination, and productivity systems to ensure efficient and high-quality patient experiences
• Supporting compliance with all applicable federal, state, and California outpatient therapy regulations, payer requirements, and documentation standards
• Assisting with outpatient billing coordination, authorization follow-up, and documentation accuracy in collaboration with the billing team
• Supporting referral relationship coordination and community outreach activities under the direction of facility administration
• Serving as a primary operational liaison between the outpatient therapy program and facility leadership, communicating program needs, performance, and opportunities
• Maintaining a personal clinical caseload as a licensed PTA as appropriate to the program model and operational needs
• Participating in facility leadership meetings, quality assurance initiatives, and strategic planning as assigned
• Maintaining compliance with HIPAA, patient rights, OSHA, infection control, and all applicable California PTA scope of practice and outpatient therapy standards
• Treating all patients, staff, and community partners with dignity, respect, and compassionate professionalism

What You Bring

• Current, active, and unrestricted Physical Therapist Assistant license in the State of California — required
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program (Associate degree conferring the PTA title) — required
• Minimum two to five years of clinical experience in outpatient or post-acute physical therapy — required
• Prior supervisory, coordination, or team leadership experience — strongly preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of outpatient therapy operations, scheduling, documentation standards, and payer requirements
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to lead by example across clinical and administrative settings
• A collaborative, solution-oriented leadership style that builds team trust and accountability
• Composure and professionalism in a dynamic, fast-paced clinical environment
• Current CPR/BLS certification (or willingness to obtain per facility policy)
• Ongoing compliance with continuing education requirements established by the California Physical Therapy Board

Equal Opportunity and Accommodation

Capistrano Senior Living is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a workplace free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or California law.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If an accommodation is needed during the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources or your facility Administrator.

Employment with Capistrano Senior Living is at-will. Duties, schedule, and work location may be adjusted based on facility needs or any other lawful reason.

Ready to Lead?

If you are a licensed PTA ready to bring your clinical expertise and leadership instincts to a program-level role in South Orange County, we want to hear from you. Submit your application now. Our leadership team reviews candidates promptly and will be in touch to schedule next steps.

Capistrano Senior Living is located in San Juan Capistrano, California, proudly serving the greater South Orange County community.

At Capistrano Senior Living in San Juan Capistrano, CA, we’ve reimagined senior living by putting people first—both residents and employees. Our caregivers, wellness teams, dining staff, and support professionals work together to create a warm, engaging community where residents feel valued, connected, and truly at home. Serving families throughout Orange County, we provide personalized support, meaningful daily experiences, and a lifestyle focused on comfort, independence, and quality of life.
For our team, that means working in an environment built on collaboration, respect, and purpose. We prioritize supportive leadership, strong team culture, and a workplace where your contributions genuinely matter. Whether you’re providing direct care, creating memorable resident experiences, or supporting operations behind the scenes, you’ll be part of a community committed to doing things differently—and doing them well.
Conveniently located near local hospitals and the heart of San Juan Capistrano, our community offers not only a wonderful place for seniors to live, but a place where professionals can grow, feel appreciated, and build meaningful careers.

Pay: $80000.00 - $90000.00 / year

Pay:

• Bonus pay

Job Type: fulltime

Education: Associate's degree

Work location: On-site