PM&R Medical Director – Inpatient Rehabilitation | No Traditional Call | Aiken, SC (ID-BB 132961)
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M&R Medical Director – Inpatient Rehabilitation | Aiken, South Carolina
Our confidential client is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) physician to lead clinical care and physician leadership at an established inpatient rehabilitation hospital in Aiken, South Carolina.
This opportunity combines hands-on inpatient rehabilitation medicine with meaningful Medical Director responsibilities. The physician will collaborate with executive leadership and interdisciplinary clinical teams to advance patient outcomes, strengthen quality initiatives, mentor clinical staff, and support continued hospital growth.
Position Highlights
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Physician Medical Director leadership opportunity
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Active inpatient rehabilitation practice
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Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF) setting
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No traditional call schedule
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Dedicated administrative and clinical leadership responsibilities
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Collaborative interdisciplinary rehabilitation team
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Executive support and modern clinical resources
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Competitive, negotiable compensation package
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Potential sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
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Leadership development and long-term career growth
Job Responsibilities
Conduct inpatient rehabilitation admissions, evaluations, and daily rounds.
Develop individualized treatment plans for medically complex rehabilitation patients.
Manage patients recovering from stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, orthopedic trauma, joint replacement, amputation, and other conditions.
Address pain, spasticity, functional limitations, and rehabilitation-related medical complications.
Collaborate with therapists, nursing staff, consulting physicians, and other interdisciplinary team members.
Perform EMG/NCS studies and diagnostic or therapeutic injections when applicable.
Support appropriate admissions, patient assessments, and PAS reviews as needed.
Maintain accurate clinical documentation and compliance with applicable standards.
Medical Director Responsibilities
Lead interdisciplinary rehabilitation team conferences.
Partner with hospital administration on clinical strategy and operational initiatives.
Develop and implement clinical policies, best practices, and quality improvement programs.
Support patient safety, regulatory compliance, and performance improvement.
Promote compliance with CMS, Joint Commission, and inpatient rehabilitation standards.
Mentor physicians and multidisciplinary clinical staff.
Assist with physician recruitment, onboarding, and retention.
Support program development, strategic growth, and community outreach.
Qualifications
MD or DO degree.
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.
Completion of an accredited PM&R residency.
Eligible for or currently holding the required state medical license.
DEA registration or ability to obtain.
Strong clinical judgment, communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered rehabilitation care.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous Medical Director, Associate Medical Director, Chief of PM&R, or comparable physician leadership experience.
At least two years of inpatient rehabilitation experience.
Experience leading interdisciplinary rehabilitation teams.
Familiarity with CMS regulations, IRF-PAI documentation, Joint Commission standards, and quality metrics.
Experience with EMG/NCS, ultrasound-guided injections, Botox injections, spasticity management, or musculoskeletal medicine.
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation is competitive and negotiable based on experience, leadership background, and qualifications. Potential compensation components include:
Competitive base salary and Medical Director stipend
Productivity incentives and performance bonuses
Potential sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
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 and advancement opportunities
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Join a growing rehabilitation organization where you can combine meaningful inpatient patient care with physician leadership. This role offers the opportunity to influence clinical quality, mentor an interdisciplinary team, and contribute to the long-term development of an inpatient rehabilitation program while benefiting from strong administrative support and no traditional call schedule.
Interested physicians are encouraged to inquire confidentially.