Physiatrist/Medical Director – Inpatient Rehabilitation

Hartford HealthCare; Windham (CT); On-site; USD 230,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare, located in Willimantic, CT, seeks a Medical Director of Inpatient Rehabilitation to lead a 12-bed unit at Windham Hospital. This PM&R physician will balance direct clinical care with strategic program development to enhance patient outcomes.

The role emphasizes collaboration with therapists, nursing, case management, social work, and other specialists to shape quality care and the growth of rehabilitation services across the East Region.

Qualifications

• Board-certified or board-eligible in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R).
• Eligible for Connecticut medical license.
• Experience in inpatient rehabilitation or with complex hospitalized patients preferred.
• Strong clinical leadership, communication, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.
• Interest in program development and quality improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead as Medical Director of a 12-bed inpatient rehabilitation unit.
• Provide direct patient care to patients recovering from stroke and other conditions.
• Collaborate with PT/OT/SLP, nursing, case management, social work, and other specialists.
• Advance clinical quality, patient outcomes, and referral pathways across the East Region.
• Balance clinical practice with administrative responsibilities and potential acute-care consultations.

Skills

PM&R board-certified

Inpatient rehab

Clinical leadership

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Program development

Quality improvement

Education

MD/DO degree

Job description

Location Detail:

Windham Community Memorial (10183)

Medical Director/Physiatry, Inpatient Rehabilitation

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation | Hartford HealthCare | East Region

Location: Windham Hospital | Willimantic, Connecticut

An Opportunity to Lead, Innovate, and Shape the Future of Inpatient Rehabilitation

Hartford HealthCare (HHC) is seeking a Medical Director of Inpatient Rehabilitation to lead our 12-bed inpatient rehabilitation unit at Windham Hospital in Willimantic, Connecticut. This is an exciting opportunity for a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) physician who is passionate about patient-centered care and interested in combining clinical practice with physician leadership and program development.

As Medical Director, you will play an integral role in guiding the clinical direction and continued growth of the rehabilitation program, working alongside a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary team dedicated to helping patients regain function, independence, and quality of life. This position offers the opportunity to shape a growing program while maintaining meaningful clinical involvement and developing a leadership role tailored to your interests and expertise.

The Opportunity

• Physician Leadership: Serve as Medical Director of a dedicated 12-bed inpatient rehabilitation unit, providing clinical oversight and helping shape the program's strategic and clinical direction.
• Meaningful Clinical Practice: Provide direct patient care to individuals recovering from stroke, neurological conditions, orthopedic and musculoskeletal injuries, debility, and other complex medical conditions.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Partner with physical, occupational, and speech therapists, nursing, case management, social work, and other specialists to deliver coordinated, comprehensive rehabilitation care.
• Program Development: Help advance clinical quality, patient outcomes, referral pathways, and the continued development of inpatient rehabilitation services throughout the East Region.
• Clinical Variety: In addition to rehabilitation medicine, there may be opportunities to provide acute-care medical consultations at Windham Hospital and Backus Hospital, allowing you to maintain a broader scope of clinical practice.
• Leadership with Flexibility: Opportunity to shape the balance of clinical practice, acute-care consultation, and administrative responsibilities based on your interests, experience, and regional needs.

Why Hartford HealthCare?

Hartford HealthCare is Connecticut's most comprehensive integrated health system, bringing together more than 40,000 colleagues, 2,800+ providers, and eight acute care hospitals, along with an extensive network of outpatient and specialty services. Our integrated model creates opportunities for physicians to collaborate across specialties, access system-wide resources, and make a meaningful impact on patient care.

Within the East Region, you will have the opportunity to work across Windham and Backus Hospitals, build relationships with a broad network of colleagues, and contribute to the continued development of rehabilitation services within an established health system.

Why Willimantic, Connecticut?

Located in northeastern Connecticut, Willimantic offers an appealing blend of small-town character, outdoor recreation, and convenient access to the region's larger cities. With a variety of communities, housing options, and recreational opportunities nearby, the area offers an attractive setting for physicians seeking a rewarding professional opportunity and a fulfilling lifestyle. Boston and New York City are both within approximately two hours.

Interested in learning more?

I would welcome the opportunity to connect with you for an informal, confidential conversation about this position, the team, and the opportunities available within Hartford HealthCare. Whether you are actively considering a change or simply curious about what this role has to offer, I would be delighted to speak with you.

Pamela Lasser, MHA, CPRP-DEI

Physician Recruiter | Hartford HealthCare

Email: [e-mail]

Join Hartford HealthCare and bring your vision to a leadership role where you can make a meaningful difference in patient recovery, physician collaboration, and the future of inpatient rehabilitation.

This is a salaried position. While compensation is presented as an hourly rate for consistency across our postings, this position is paid on a salary basis. The hiring range reflects a good faith estimate of pay for this position as of the posting date. Actual pay will be determined based on qualifications, location, internal equity, and other factors that may include hire bonuses, incentive pay plans, loan repayment, administrative stipends, or relocation.

Qualifications

• Board-certified or board-eligible in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R)
• Eligible for or currently holding a Connecticut medical license.
• Experience in inpatient rehabilitation or caring for medically complex hospitalized patients preferred.
• Strong clinical leadership, communication, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.
• Interest in program development, quality improvement, and advancing inpatient rehabilitation services.