Program Director

Lifepoint Health®; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k) retirement package with company

Student loan assistance

Job summary

Lifepoint Rehabilitation seeks a Program Director to lead the overall administration, planning, development, and financial operations of the rehabilitation program, ensuring quality patient care and regulatory compliance. Responsibilities include supervising staff, managing budgets, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to meet treatment standards and organizational goals.

A bachelor’s degree is required; a master’s is preferred, with at least 3 years in rehab leadership and an

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years in rehab leadership or administration.
• Valid clinical license as applicable by state.

Responsibilities

• Oversees operations of the inpatient rehabilitation program including clinical, financial, and administrative performance.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality patient care and compliance with treatment standards.
• Develops and manages departmental budgets, goals, and strategic plans.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and accrediting agencies.
• Supervises and develops staff; provides ongoing training and support.
• Analyzes performance metrics and implements quality improvement initiatives.
• Represents the rehab program in internal and external meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Budgeting

Regulatory compliance

Staff development

Quality improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in a clinical discipline or healthcare management

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Schedule: this is a full-time, exempt role

This position includes a $10,000 sign-on bonus to qualified external candidates

Your experience matters

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Program Director joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you’ll contribute

A Program Director who excels in this role is responsible for the overall administration, planning, development, and financial operations of the rehabilitation program, ensuring quality patient care and adherence to regulatory standards. Additional responsibilities include:

• Oversees the operations of the inpatient rehabilitation program including clinical, financial, and administrative performance.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality patient care and compliance with treatment standards.
• Develops and manages departmental budgets, goals, and strategic plans.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and accrediting agencies.
• Supervises and develops staff; provides ongoing training and support.
• Analyzes performance metrics and implements quality improvement initiatives.
• Represents the rehab program in internal and external meetings.

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we’re looking for

Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in a clinical discipline or healthcare management required with a master’s degree preferred. Additional requirements include:

• Experience: minimum of 3 years in rehab leadership or administration. Experience in inpatient rehab management preferred. Demonstrated leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills required.
• License: valid clinical license as applicable by state.

Salary range: $140,000-$145,000/yr

EEOC Statement

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.