PM&R Medical Director – Inpatient Rehab | Columbia, SC

Healthwaze; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible PM&R physician to take on the role of Medical Director at a well-respected Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility. This dynamic position offers a Monday to Friday schedule, allowing for a healthy work-life balance without weekend or night calls. The ideal candidate will be a proven leader passionate about inpatient rehab and committed to delivering high-quality patient outcomes. With strong administrative support and a collaborative rehab team, this role promises growth and competitive earnings in the vibrant city of Columbia, SC, known for its welcoming community and outdoor recreation.

Qualifications

• BC/BE in PM&R required with a passion for inpatient rehab.
• Proven leadership skills and commitment to patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead a rehab program in a collaborative, patient-centered setting.
• Oversee administrative tasks within the medical leadership scope.

Skills

Leadership

Patient-centered care

Team-based care

Education

Medical degree from an accredited medical school

Board certification in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Job description

PM&R Medical Director – Inpatient Rehab | Columbia, SC

Monday–Friday Schedule | Leadership + Clinical Role | High Earning Potential

We are seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) physician to serve as Medical Director for an established Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF) in Columbia, South Carolina. This is a dynamic opportunity to lead a rehab program in a collaborative, patient-centered setting with strong administrative support.

Position Highlights:

• Medical Director role at a well-established Inpatient Rehab Facility
• Monday – Friday schedule (no required weekends or night call)
• Approximately 20% administrative time within scope of medical leadership
• High Medical Director stipend
• Strong interdisciplinary rehab team and operational support

Ideal Candidate:

• BC/BE in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R)
• Proven or aspiring leader with a passion for inpatient rehab and team-based care
• Committed to delivering high-quality patient outcomes

Location: Columbia, SC

Columbia is South Carolina’s vibrant capital city, known for its welcoming community, low cost of living, and abundant outdoor recreation. With a thriving downtown, excellent schools, and proximity to the mountains and the coast, Columbia offers a fantastic lifestyle for physicians and families alike.

Advance your PM&R career in a leadership position that offers balance, growth, and competitive earnings.

Apply today to learn more about this exciting Medical Director opportunity!

Requirements:

• Medical degree from an accredited medical school.
• Board certification in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
• Active medical license in the state where the facility is located.