Medical Director Acute Rehab

Opportunity Criteria

SpecialtyPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation : Administration
Candidate TypeMD, DO
Visa AcceptedJ-1 or H-1B
Salary RangeNot Specified
Loan RepaymentYes
Employment TypeFull Time
Bonuses OfferedRelocation
Not-for-profit501(c)(3)

Opportunity Details

Overview

Medical Director – Acute Rehabilitation

 

Facility: Central Maine Medical Center

Location: Lewiston

Affiliation: Prime Healthcare

Position Type: Full-Time

 

Position Summary

The Medical Director of Acute Rehabilitation at Central Maine Medical Center provides strategic, clinical, and operational leadership for the inpatient rehabilitation program. This physician leader ensures high-quality, patient-centered care while driving program growth, regulatory compliance, and superior functional outcomes in alignment with Prime Healthcare’s mission.

 

Clinical Schedule & Expectations

  • Medical Director will maintain an active clinical role within the Acute Rehabilitation Unit
  • Expected to provide on-site clinical coverage approximately 3 weeks per month, unless on approved vacation
  • One week per month designated for administrative responsibilities, program development, and leadership activities
  • Participates in call coverage as required by the program

 

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong leadership and physician engagement skills
  • Expertise in inpatient rehabilitation and interdisciplinary care
  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
  • Data-driven approach to quality improvement and outcomes
  • Ability to balance clinical and administrative responsibilities effectively

 

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive base salary plus Medical Director stipend
  • Performance-based incentives tied to quality metrics and program growth
  • Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance (if applicable)
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and retirement
  • CME allowance and professional development support

 

Why Central Maine Medical Center?

  • Member of Prime Healthcare
  • Opportunity to lead and expand a growing acute rehabilitation program
  • Collaborative, multidisciplinary care environment
  • Located in Lewiston, offering excellent quality of life with access to outdoor recreation and a lower cost of living

 

Responsibilities

  • Provide medical leadership and oversight of the Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU)
  • Direct patient care activities including admissions, continued stays, and discharge planning in accordance with IRF criteria
  • Lead interdisciplinary team conferences to coordinate comprehensive rehabilitation care
  • Develop and implement clinical protocols, pathways, and quality improvement initiatives
  • Ensure compliance with Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), The Joint Commission, and all applicable regulations
  • Collaborate with hospital leadership to drive program growth and operational efficiency
  • Monitor and improve key metrics such as length of stay, functional outcomes, and readmission rates
  • Oversee utilization management, documentation accuracy, and medical necessity reviews
  • Recruit, mentor, and supervise rehabilitation physicians and advanced practice providers

 

Qualifications

  • MD or DO degree from an accredited institution
  • Board Certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) preferred
  • Active, unrestricted Maine medical license (or ability to obtain)
  • Minimum 3–5 years of inpatient rehabilitation experience
  • Prior leadership experience strongly preferred
  • Working knowledge of IRF-PAI, CMS guidelines, and interdisciplinary rehab models

About Us

At Central Maine Healthcare, We are changing the face of healthcare in Maine by providing exceptional quality and accessible care to our patients; where they are and when they need it. We recognize the need to be where our patients are; closer to their communities and offering high quality care through innovative channels. To meet the unique needs of our patient population, we have implemented tele-health and opened Maine Urgent Care and Ambulatory surgical centers within our communities. Our clinical affiliation with Mass General Hospital in Boston provides our community with the most innovative and current treatments available without having to leave Maine. As we continue to expand our services, one thing remains unchanged… our commitment to providing the best healthcare to the region’s residents. Our physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses and staff are committed to providing patients with the quality medical care they deserve!

Community

Maine is a land full of beauty offering beautiful beaches, a rocky coastline, lakes and mountains all within driving distance. Maine has lots to offer outdoor enthusiasts throughout the year from camping, hiking, biking, swimming, skiing, etc. Within the state there is a burgeoning food, craft drink and entertainment scene. For families, Maine offers safe communities with access to rural and urban areas; as well as nearby airports, train and bus stations. Boston is just a couple of hours to the south and can be accessed by car, train or bus.

Lewiston Region: Maine’s second largest city, Lewiston and the city of Auburn sit on the banks of the Androscoggin River. Together the cities, L/A as it is referred to locally, form the cultural and business center of Androscoggin County. The cities offer a robust food, drink and arts scene along with world-class educational institutions, such as Bates College. Outdoor opportunities abound with trails, public green spaces and water access to the river and area lakes.

Bridgton Region: Bridgton is a town in Cumberland County, Maine; a resort area in Maine’s Lake Region and home to Bridgton Academy, a private preparatory school. The town is nestled among many of the state’s most scenic lakes and offers a variety of year-round outdoor recreation activities, as well as easy access to some of the area’s most significant historical and cultural sites, as well as the Atlantic coast beaches. Ski enthusiasts, in particular, will love this area for its ski slopes –these unique ski slopes, created by the townspeople in the 1930’s, spell the word “LOVE”.

Rumford Region: A beautiful, rural area, the town is located in west-central Maine’s Oxford County and is surrounded by forests, mountains, rivers, and lakes. This area boasts many recreational opportunities for boating, swimming and fishing; and it’s also home to the largest waterfall east of Niagara. The business district of the town is located on “The Island” located between the Androscoggin River and the canals. The Island features restaurants and retail stores along with the local government offices, Post Office and banking institutions.

Facility & Address

  • Central Maine Healthcare
  • Lewiston ME

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