Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Job in Ames, Iowa
Medical Director- Physiatrist (PM&R)
Company:Lifepoint Health
Profession/Specialty:Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Location:Ames, Iowa, United States
Job Type:Full-time, In-person, Permanent
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Job Description
LifePoint Rehabilitation, in partnership with Mary Greeley Medical Center, is seeking a Medical Director to provide clinical and program leadership for its Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit in Ames, Iowa.
This leadership opportunity combines inpatient rehabilitation practice with medical director responsibilities, allowing you to influence patient outcomes, drive program quality, and support the continued growth of a well-established rehabilitation service. The Medical Director will work closely with an interdisciplinary team focused on helping patients regain independence and return to their highest level of function.
About Mary Greeley Medical Center
Mary Greeley Medical Center is a nationally recognized regional healthcare system serving central Iowa. The Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit provides comprehensive rehabilitation services for patients recovering from stroke, neurological conditions, brain injury, orthopedic injuries, trauma, debility, and other complex medical conditions requiring intensive therapy. Patients benefit from coordinated physician-led care delivered by an experienced multidisciplinary rehabilitation team.
Position Highlights
Medical Director role with administrative and clinical leadership responsibilities
Opportunity to shape quality initiatives and program development
Collaborative interdisciplinary care environment
Strong hospital support and rehabilitation infrastructure
Established referral network and growing rehabilitation program
Ability to combine rehabilitation leadership with direct patient care
Qualifications
MD or DO with an active, unrestricted medical license or ability to obtain Iowa licensure.
Board certified and maintaining certification through a nationally recognized specialty board.
Eligible for and in good standing with the hospital medical staff.
Demonstrated training and experience in rehabilitation medicine through one of the following:
Completion of a PM&R residency;
Completion of a rehabilitation fellowship; or
At least two years of experience managing inpatient rehabilitation patients as part of a multidisciplinary care team.
About Ames, Iowa
Frequently ranked among the best places to live in the Midwest, Ames offers:
Excellent public schools
Affordable cost of living
Home of Iowa State University
Vibrant college-town amenities with a family-friendly atmosphere
Easy access to Des Moines and a major regional airport
Outstanding parks, trails, and recreational opportunities
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About Lifepoint Rehabilitation
Lifepoint Rehabilitation is a leading provider of acute inpatient rehabilitation services with more than 300 hospital-based rehabilitation units, medical/surgical and outpatient therapy settings and more than 30 joint venture inpatient rehabilitation hospitals across the country.
We provide high quality, patient-centered care to those who have experienced a loss of function from an injury or illness. Our team conducts comprehensive evaluations to determine each patient’s unique needs, and then creates a multifaceted program using the latest rehabilitation therapies and advanced technologies to support them on their road to recovery. Our goal is to help our patients recover as fully as possible and regain the level of independence they hope to achieve.