Physician - Administration
Lewiston, ME
| Specialty | Administration |
|---|---|
| Profession | Physician |
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 Healthcares 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
