PM&R Medical Director – Inpatient Rehabilitation | Physician Leadership Copy title
Updated 10/16/26
Waterbury, Connecticut, United States
Physician
Physiatry/Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
By applying you agree to our Terms of Service
Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Inpatient
Visa Sponsorship
No
Experience Level
1 year
Job description
Job description
PM&R Medical Director – Inpatient Rehabilitation | Physician Leadership
Waterbury / Greater New Haven–Hartford Area, Connecticut | Full-Time
Lead Clinical Excellence. Advance Rehabilitation Outcomes. Make a Lasting Impact.
A respected rehabilitation healthcare organization is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation physician to serve as Medical Director of an inpatient rehabilitation program in Connecticut.
This opportunity combines direct inpatient rehabilitation care with physician leadership, interdisciplinary collaboration, clinical quality improvement, and program development.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide inpatient PM&R evaluations, consultations, and daily rounding.
• Develop individualized rehabilitation treatment plans for medically complex patients.
• Lead interdisciplinary rehabilitation conferences and support collaborative decision-making.
• Manage rehabilitation-related medical issues, including pain, spasticity, and functional impairment.
• Partner with executive leadership on clinical quality, patient safety, and program development.
• Mentor physicians and multidisciplinary clinical teams.
• Support physician recruitment, onboarding, and retention.
• Promote evidence-based practices and compliance with applicable regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an accredited PM&R residency.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.
• Connecticut medical license or eligibility to obtain one.
• Active DEA registration or ability to obtain it before employment.
• Strong clinical, communication, and leadership skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Two or more years of experience in an Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility.
• Prior physician leadership or Medical Director experience.
• Experience leading interdisciplinary rehabilitation teams.
• Knowledge of CMS/IRF requirements, IRF-PAI documentation, and quality metrics.
• Experience with EMG/NCS, spasticity management, Botox injections, or rehabilitation procedures.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
A competitive compensation package may include base salary, a Medical Director stipend, productivity or performance incentives, sign-on bonus, and relocation assistance, subject to qualifications and final offer terms. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with employer match, PTO, CME support, malpractice coverage with tail, disability and life insurance, and leadership development opportunities.
This is an opportunity for a PM&R physician to combine meaningful inpatient patient care with clinical leadership, physician mentorship, and the continued development of a rehabilitation program. Physicians interested in advancing rehabilitation quality and helping patients recover function and independence are encouraged to apply.
Waterbury / Greater New Haven–Hartford Area, Connecticut | Full-Time
Lead Clinical Excellence. Advance Rehabilitation Outcomes. Make a Lasting Impact.
A respected rehabilitation healthcare organization is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation physician to serve as Medical Director of an inpatient rehabilitation program in Connecticut.
This opportunity combines direct inpatient rehabilitation care with physician leadership, interdisciplinary collaboration, clinical quality improvement, and program development.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide inpatient PM&R evaluations, consultations, and daily rounding.
• Develop individualized rehabilitation treatment plans for medically complex patients.
• Lead interdisciplinary rehabilitation conferences and support collaborative decision-making.
• Manage rehabilitation-related medical issues, including pain, spasticity, and functional impairment.
• Partner with executive leadership on clinical quality, patient safety, and program development.
• Mentor physicians and multidisciplinary clinical teams.
• Support physician recruitment, onboarding, and retention.
• Promote evidence-based practices and compliance with applicable regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an accredited PM&R residency.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.
• Connecticut medical license or eligibility to obtain one.
• Active DEA registration or ability to obtain it before employment.
• Strong clinical, communication, and leadership skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Two or more years of experience in an Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility.
• Prior physician leadership or Medical Director experience.
• Experience leading interdisciplinary rehabilitation teams.
• Knowledge of CMS/IRF requirements, IRF-PAI documentation, and quality metrics.
• Experience with EMG/NCS, spasticity management, Botox injections, or rehabilitation procedures.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
A competitive compensation package may include base salary, a Medical Director stipend, productivity or performance incentives, sign-on bonus, and relocation assistance, subject to qualifications and final offer terms. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with employer match, PTO, CME support, malpractice coverage with tail, disability and life insurance, and leadership development opportunities.
This is an opportunity for a PM&R physician to combine meaningful inpatient patient care with clinical leadership, physician mentorship, and the continued development of a rehabilitation program. Physicians interested in advancing rehabilitation quality and helping patients recover function and independence are encouraged to apply.
Job Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive inpatient PM&R evaluations, consultations, and daily rounding.
- Develop individualized rehabilitation plans for medically complex patients.
- Manage functional impairments, pain, spasticity, and rehabilitation-related complications.
- Coordinate care with consulting physicians and interdisciplinary clinical teams.
- Maintain accurate and timely medical records.
Medical Director leadership
- Lead interdisciplinary rehabilitation conferences.
- Partner with executive leadership on clinical strategy and program development.
- Support physician recruitment, onboarding, mentoring, and retention.
- Develop and improve clinical policies, protocols, and care processes.
- Promote patient safety, quality improvement, and evidence-based practice.
- Support compliance with applicable CMS, IRF, and accreditation requirements.
- Help improve patient outcomes, satisfaction, and program performance.
Qualifications
- MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
- Completion of an ACGME- or AOA-accredited PM&R residency.
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.
- Current Connecticut medical license or eligibility to obtain one.
- Active DEA registration or ability to obtain it before employment.
- Strong clinical judgment, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to evidence-based rehabilitation care and improved patient outcomes.
Preferred qualifications
- At least two years of experience practicing in an Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF).
- Prior Medical Director, Associate Medical Director, Chief of PM&R, or comparable leadership experience.
- Experience leading interdisciplinary rehabilitation conferences.
- Familiarity with CMS regulations, IRF-PAI documentation, Joint Commission standards, and rehabilitation quality metrics.
- Experience with EMG/NCS, spasticity management, Botox injections, ultrasound-guided injections, or other rehabilitation procedures.
Working Hours
Clinical setting Inpatient rehabilitation
Clinical duties Active patient care and physician oversight
Schedule Exact hours not provided
Call requirements Not provided
Relocation Candidates willing to relocate may be considered
Work arrangement Onsite clinical leadership role
Skills
- Inpatient Rehabilitation
- Medical Director
- Physician Leadership
- Rehabilitation Medicine
- Stroke Rehabilitation
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Neuromuscular Disorders
- Musculoskeletal Medicine
- Spasticity Management
- Interdisciplinary Team Leadership
- Clinical Quality Improvement
- Patient Safety
- CMS / IRF Compliance
- EMG / NCS
- Diagnostic and Therapeutic Injections
By applying you agree to our Terms of Service