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Director of Rehabilitation Services

Starr Regional Medical Center
Athens, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 10/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/8/2027

Starr Regional Medical Center

Full-Time

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 the Director of Rehabilitation Services 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 Director of Rehabilitation Services 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. The Director manages the Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech Therapy staff plus Athletic Trainers for the hospital, two clinics and three high schools.

Additional responsibilities include:

  • Oversees the operations of the outpatient 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.


  • Why join us

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 licensure as a Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or Speech Therapist, plus a minimum of three years of rehab leadership or administration experience. Demonstrated leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills are required.

Connect with a Recruiter

Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Beth by emailing beth.bergman@lifepointhealth.net.

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.

We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.

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