Acute Rehabilitation Center (ARC) Medical Director (Asst, Assoc, Full Professor)

University of Minnesota Physicians•Minneapolis, MN

89d•$273,000 - $300,000•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Minnesota’s Department of Rehabilitation Medicine is seeking a passionate and visionary academic physiatrist to serve as the Medical Director of their 30-bed, CARF-accredited Acute Rehabilitation Center (ARC). This role offers a unique opportunity to lead clinical excellence, support innovation in education, and shape the future of physiatry within the M Health Fairview system. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to delivering exceptional patient-centered care, committed to mentoring the next generation of medical professionals, and motivated to contribute to research and scholarship in physical medicine and rehabilitation. As Medical Director, you will provide strategic leadership and clinical oversight for the Acute Rehabilitation Center, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to drive quality care, performance improvement, and compliance. You will also mentor future academic and clinical professionals, with dedicated administrative support time in addition to clinical responsibilities, and a strong platform for academic scholarship and service leadership.

Requirements

Completion of an ACGME-accredited PM&R residency
Board-certified or board-eligible with the American Board of PM&R (ABPM&R)
Minimum two years of inpatient rehabilitation experience or training
Minnesota medical license or eligibility
Ability to obtain DEA certification (Minnesota)
Eligibility for credentialing and privileging
Strong interpersonal and teaching skills

Nice To Haves

Prior leadership in an inpatient rehabilitation facility
Familiarity with CMS guidelines and regulatory standards
Experience with CARF and Joint Commission accreditation

Responsibilities

Provide clinical leadership and administrative direction to the inpatient rehabilitation team.
Ensure compliance with legal and accreditation standards while promoting excellence in care delivery.
Commit a minimum of 20 hours per week to direct patient care at the ARC.
Utilize protected administrative time for leadership duties, program development, and quality improvement efforts.
Develop and track clinical metrics, drive quality improvement, and implement evidence-based practices to elevate patient outcomes.
Serve as a key liaison across departments, facilitate care coordination, and support hospital operational strategies.
Represent the ARC in institutional meetings, regulatory reviews, and strategic planning efforts.
Deliver expert rehabilitation care, participate in call pool, and provide cross-coverage as needed.
Engage in the training and professional development of medical students, residents, fellows, and allied health professionals.
Cultivate partnerships with referring clinicians and community stakeholders to strengthen patient transitions and enhance the continuum of care.
Play an active role in national and local organizations to enhance the field of PM&R.