Medical Director – PM&R | $400K–$500K | No Traditional Call | Inpatient Rehab Leadership HZ
Updated 9/22/26
$400,000
– $500,000
yearly
06701, Waterbury, Connecticut, United States
Physician
Physiatry/Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Inpatient
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
Job Description:
Our confidential client is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) physician to serve as the Medical Director of a premier inpatient rehabilitation hospital in South Point, Ohio.
This unique opportunity combines an active inpatient rehabilitation practice with executive physician leadership. As Medical Director, you will help shape the clinical vision of the hospital while partnering with administration and multidisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional patient outcomes, drive quality initiatives, and support continued program growth.
If you're passionate about rehabilitation medicine and ready to take the next step into physician leadership, this role offers the autonomy, support, and resources to build a rewarding long-term career.
Position Highlights:
Medical Director leadership role with dedicated administrative responsibilities
Active inpatient PM&R practice
Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF)
Collaborative interdisciplinary care model
No traditional call schedule
Oversight of admissions and PAS reviews as needed
Strong executive and clinical support
Modern rehabilitation facility
Excellent work-life balance
Leadership development and advancement opportunities
Part of a nationally recognized rehabilitation organization
Our confidential client is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) physician to serve as the Medical Director of a premier inpatient rehabilitation hospital in South Point, Ohio.
This unique opportunity combines an active inpatient rehabilitation practice with executive physician leadership. As Medical Director, you will help shape the clinical vision of the hospital while partnering with administration and multidisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional patient outcomes, drive quality initiatives, and support continued program growth.
If you're passionate about rehabilitation medicine and ready to take the next step into physician leadership, this role offers the autonomy, support, and resources to build a rewarding long-term career.
Position Highlights:
Medical Director leadership role with dedicated administrative responsibilities
Active inpatient PM&R practice
Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF)
Collaborative interdisciplinary care model
No traditional call schedule
Oversight of admissions and PAS reviews as needed
Strong executive and clinical support
Modern rehabilitation facility
Excellent work-life balance
Leadership development and advancement opportunities
Part of a nationally recognized rehabilitation organization
Job Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation care by:
Performing admission evaluations, histories, and physical examinations
Managing daily inpatient rounds
Developing individualized rehabilitation treatment plans
Conducting functional and neuromuscular assessments
Managing pain, spasticity, and medically complex rehabilitation patients
Performing EMG/NCS studies and diagnostic or therapeutic injections, when applicable
Preventing secondary rehabilitation complications
Collaborating with consulting physicians and multidisciplinary care teams
Maintaining timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation
Medical Director Responsibilities:
Provide clinical leadership while supporting operational excellence by:
Leading interdisciplinary rehabilitation team conferences
Partnering with executive leadership to advance hospital initiatives
Developing and implementing clinical policies and best practices
Driving quality improvement and patient safety initiatives
Supporting compliance with CMS, Joint Commission, and IRF regulatory standards
Mentoring physicians and multidisciplinary clinical staff
Assisting with physician recruitment, onboarding, and retention
Supporting strategic growth and community outreach initiatives
Patient Population:
The Medical Director will oversee the care of patients recovering from a variety of medically complex conditions, including:
Stroke
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Spinal Cord Injury (SCI)
Parkinson's disease
Multiple sclerosis
Orthopedic trauma
Joint replacement
Polytrauma
Amputation
Chronic pain
Functional decline
Other medically complex rehabilitation diagnoses
Qualifications
Required:
MD or DO degree
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Completion of an accredited PM&R residency program
Eligible for or currently licensed to practice medicine in Ohio
DEA registration or ability to obtain
Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills
Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered rehabilitation care
Preferred:
Previous Medical Director, Associate Medical Director, Chief of PM&R, or other physician leadership experience
Two or more years of inpatient rehabilitation (IRF) experience
Experience leading interdisciplinary rehabilitation teams
Knowledge of:
CMS regulations
IRF-PAI documentation
Joint Commission standards
Quality and performance metrics
Experience with:
EMG/NCS
Ultrasound-guided injections
Botulinum toxin (Botox) injections
Spasticity management
Musculoskeletal medicine
Ideal Candidate:
The successful physician will be:
Passionate about rehabilitation medicine and improving functional outcomes
A collaborative and approachable clinical leader
Committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based patient care
Comfortable mentoring physicians and multidisciplinary teams
Interested in long-term physician leadership opportunities
Dedicated to building strong relationships with patients, families, and colleagues
Working Hours
Skills
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R)
Inpatient Rehabilitation
Physiatry
Medical Director Leadership
Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF) Management
Clinical Leadership
Interdisciplinary Team Leadership
Patient Assessment
Rehabilitation Treatment Planning
Functional & Neuromuscular Assessment
Pain Management
Spasticity Management
Complex Rehabilitation Care
Stroke Rehabilitation
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Care
Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) Rehabilitation
Orthopedic Rehabilitation
Polytrauma Rehabilitation
EMG/NCS
Diagnostic & Therapeutic Injections
Ultrasound-Guided Injections
Botulinum Toxin (Botox) Injections
Musculoskeletal Medicine
Quality Improvement
Patient Safety
CMS Compliance
IRF-PAI Documentation
Joint Commission Standards
Physician Mentoring
Clinical Policy Development
Physician Recruitment & Retention
Strategic Program Development
Multidisciplinary Collaboration
Compensation & Benefits:
Compensation is highly competitive and negotiable based on clinical experience, leadership background, and overall qualifications. Exceptional candidates will receive individualized compensation packages.
Compensation May Include
Competitive base salary
Medical Director stipend
Productivity incentive
Performance bonus
Sign-on bonus
Relocation assistance (where applicable)
Annual merit increases
Benefits:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with employer match
CME allowance and paid CME time
Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
Life and disability insurance
Generous paid time off
Leadership development opportunities
Long-term career advancement within a growing organization
Why Join This Opportunity?
This is an opportunity to join one of the nation's fastest-growing rehabilitation organizations while making a meaningful impact on the lives of patients recovering from serious illness and injury. You'll enjoy physician autonomy, strong executive support, a collaborative multidisciplinary culture, and the opportunity to influence both clinical excellence and organizational growth as a physician leader.
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