Program Director (PT, OT, or SLP)

Lifepoint Health · Houston, TX Full Time

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Job Description

Description Title: Program Director (PT, OT, or SLP) Job Type: Full time Your experience matters! At Kindred Hospital - Houston Northwest , we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you’re not just valued as an employee, but as a person. Kindred Hospital - Houston Northwest is a long-term acute care hospital (LTACH) located at 11297 Fallbrook Drive in Houston, Texas. It’s designed for patients with complex medical needs who require extended recovery time—often following a stay in a traditional hospital ICU. Advanced Medical Care : Specializes in treating conditions like respiratory failure, sepsis, stroke, complex wounds, and congestive heart failure. Many patients require ventilators, dialysis, or IV therapy. Joint Commission Accreditation : Certified in Long-Term Acute Care with disease-specific certifications in Respiratory Failure and Sepsis, reflecting a strong commitment to evidence-based care and quality improvement. As a Program Director joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. How you’ll contribute The incumbent shall be responsible for the total operation of the rehabilitation program. The incumbent plans, directs and coordinates program activities to ensure that company and client goals are met. The incumbent shall also be accountable for and contribute to program development, quality improvement and problem solving, and productivity enhancement in a flexible interdisciplinary fashion. Essential Duties: PROFESSIONAL/LEADERSHIP AREA 1. Ensure for program staffing, team supervision, and development. Team may include roles of Medical Director, Nurse Manager, Therapist, Social Worker, Community Relations Coordinator, Clinical Coordinator, Admissions Coordinator and others as assigned. 2. Promote adherence to policies and practices of applicable professional organizations, client hospital and Lifepoint. 3. Supervise the development of improved efficiency and productivity of facility/unit clinical/administrative functions. 4. Communicate and demonstrate a professional image/attitude for patients, families, clients, coworkers and others. 5. Participate in continuing education/professional development activities. 6. Assures that all patient care activities are performed according to the company policies and procedures and all applicable state and federal laws and regulatory agencies. FISCAL/OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT AREA 1. Develop facility/unit operating and capital budget with client institution. 2. Develop facility/unit operating and capital budget with Lifepoint (not in consultation with client hospital). 3. Develops and ensures implementation of a program of professional and community relations in collaboration with client hospital Marketing Department. 4. Monitor referral/admission process. 5. Develop and implement program public relations plan. CLIENT RELATIONS AREA 1. Maintain positive working relationship wit

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Management roles in senior living carry a unique blend of healthcare oversight and business operations that most job listings barely touch on. Executive Directors and Administrators are typically responsible for state regulatory compliance, staff retention, census management, and family satisfaction — all at the same time. In Texas, Assisted Living Facility administrators must meet HHSC licensing requirements, which often include specific training hours and ongoing continuing education.

What surprises many new administrators is the direct involvement with families during crises — end-of-life transitions, care disputes, and emergency situations all land on your desk. Staff turnover in senior living runs high nationally, so a significant part of the role is recruiting, training, and retaining quality caregivers. Facilities in the Houston market compete heavily for qualified staff, making retention strategy a critical skill for anyone in these positions.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.

A typical day starts with a census and staffing review — confirming occupancy, checking for any overnight incidents, and ensuring the day's shifts are fully covered. Morning stand-ups with department heads (nursing, dietary, activities, maintenance) set priorities for the day. You will spend time on the floor interacting with residents and families, which doubles as quality checks and relationship building.

Afternoons often shift to administrative work — reviewing financial reports, handling vendor relationships, preparing for state surveys, and managing marketing efforts to maintain occupancy. Community outreach, hospital discharge planner relationships, and local referral networks are ongoing responsibilities. Most directors describe the role as never having two identical days — the blend of clinical, operational, and interpersonal challenges keeps the work unpredictable but engaging.

Houston Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Medical/Health Services Manager positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $57.69/hr ($119,995/yr). The typical range is $45.94 – $73.58/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $72,987/yr

Houston Median $119,995/yr

Experienced (90th) $205,400/yr

vs. National Median +1.7%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.