Inpatient Rehabilitation Medical Director – PM&R | Leadership + Clinical Practice | Aiken, SC (BB)
Job at a glance
Job description
Location: Aiken, South Carolina
Specialty: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R)
Practice Setting: Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF)
Position Type: Medical Director + Active Clinical Practice
Lead Rehabilitation Medicine. Improve Patient Outcomes. Shape the Future of Care.
Our confidential client is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) physician to serve as Medical Director of a premier inpatient rehabilitation hospital in Aiken, South Carolina.
This unique opportunity combines active inpatient rehabilitation practice with executive physician leadership. As Medical Director, you will help shape the hospital's clinical vision while partnering with administration and multidisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional patient outcomes, advance quality initiatives, and support continued program growth.
For a physician passionate about rehabilitation medicine and ready to take the next step in leadership, this position offers clinical autonomy, strong organizational support, and resources to build a rewarding long-term career.
Position Highlights
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Medical Director leadership role with dedicated administrative responsibilities
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Active inpatient PM&R practice
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Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF) setting
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Collaborative interdisciplinary care model
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No traditional call schedule
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Oversight of admissions and PAS reviews as needed
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Strong executive and clinical support
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Modern rehabilitation facility
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Excellent work-life balance
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Leadership development and advancement opportunities
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Affiliation with a nationally recognized rehabilitation organization
Job Responsibilities
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
Provide clinical leadership while supporting operational excellence through:
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
Qualifications
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 the applicable state
DEA registration or ability to obtain
Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills
Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered rehabilitation care
Preferred:
Previous experience as a Medical Director, Associate Medical Director, Chief of PM&R, or in another physician leadership role
Two or more years of inpatient rehabilitation facility (IRF) experience
Experience leading interdisciplinary rehabilitation teams
Knowledge of CMS regulations, IRF-PAI documentation, Joint Commission standards, and quality and performance metrics
Experience with EMG/NCS, ultrasound-guided injections, botulinum toxin (Botox) injections, spasticity management, and 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 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
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation is highly competitive and negotiable based on clinical experience, leadership background, and overall qualifications. Exceptional candidates will receive individualized compensation packages.
Potential Compensation Components:
Competitive base salary
Medical Director stipend
Productivity incentive
Performance bonus
Sign-on bonus
Relocation assistance, where applicable
Annual merit increases
Benefits Include:
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
Candidate Screening Questions
Are you Board Certified or Board Eligible in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation?
Are you currently licensed or eligible for medical licensure in South Carolina?
Do you have experience practicing in an Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF)?
Have you served in a physician leadership or Medical Director role?
Are you comfortable leading interdisciplinary rehabilitation conferences?
Do you have experience treating stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, orthopedic, and medically complex rehabilitation patients?
If needed, are you willing to relocate to the Aiken, South Carolina area?
Why Join This Opportunity?
Join one of the nation's fastest-growing rehabilitation organizations and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients recovering from serious illness and injury.
You'll benefit from physician autonomy, strong executive support, a collaborative multidisciplinary culture, and the opportunity to influence clinical excellence and organizational growth as a physician leader.
Take the next step in your PM&R career and help shape the future of inpatient rehabilitation.