Program Director (PD) Rehabilitation
LifePoint Health
Hickory, NC · Posted October 8, 2026
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About the job
Facility Name: Frye Regional Medical Center
Position: Program Director - Rehabilitation
schedule: Days may include occasional weekend commitments if needed.
Shift: Full Time Days
Your experience matters:
Frye Regional Medical Center 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.
More about our team:
Frye Regional Medical Center employs more than 1500 professional and clinical staff. Our medical center is a 355-bed acute care facility which offers a broad array of inpatient and outpatient care. Frye Regional Medical Center provides patients with a full range of services to meet the healthcare needs of our community. We believe our employees are our most valuable assets in accomplishing this goal and we have made great strides to ensure employee satisfaction. If you are passionate about changing lives, we are looking for you!
How you’ll contribute :
Oversee the operations of the inpatient rehabilitation program including clinical, financial, and administrative performance.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality patient care and compliance with treatment standards.
Develop and manage departmental budgets, goals, and strategic plans.
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and accrediting agencies.
Supervise and develop staff; provide ongoing training and support.
Analyze performance metrics and implement quality improvement initiatives.
Represent the rehab program in internal and external meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned.
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 are looking for:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in clinical discipline or healthcare management required; Master’s preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 3 years in rehab leadership or administration.
License: Valid clinical license as applicable by state.
PT, OT or SLP preferred
EEOC Statement
Frye Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Frye Regional Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
Facility Name: Frye Regional Medical Center
Position: Program Director - Rehabilitation
schedule: Flexible hours may include weekend and holiday coverage
Shift: Full Time Days
Your experience matters:
Frye Regional Medical Center 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.
More about our team:
Frye Regional Medical Center employs more than 1500 professional and clinical staff. Our medical center is a 355-bed acute care facility which offers a broad array of inpatient and outpatient care. Frye Regional Medical Center provides patients with a full range of services to meet the healthcare needs of our community. We believe our employees are our most valuable assets in accomplishing this goal and we have made great strides to ensure employee satisfaction. If you are passionate about changing lives, we are looking for you!
How you’ll contribute :
Oversee the operations of the inpatient rehabilitation program including clinical, financial, and administrative performance.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality patient care and compliance with treatment standards.
Develop and manage departmental budgets, goals, and strategic plans.
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and accrediting agencies.
Supervise and develop staff; provide ongoing training and support.
Analyze performance metrics and implement quality improvement initiatives.
Represent the rehab program in internal and external meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned.
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 are looking for:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in clinical discipline or healthcare management required; master’s preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 3 years in rehab leadership or administration.
License: Valid clinical license as applicable by state.
PT, OT or SLP preferred
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.
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.