Ready to take on a leadership role where you can shape the future of inpatient rehabilitation and enjoy all that life in Eastern North Carolina has to offer? This growing Joint Commission accredited 200-bed non-profit acute care hospital is searching for a Director of Inpatient Rehabilitation to lead a dynamic, patient-centered team.

About the Role

You’ll oversee a 17-bed acute inpatient rehab unit caring for patients recovering from stroke, orthopedic injuries, TBI, and complex medical cases. With an average length of stay of 11–14 days and a census poised for growth, you’ll guide the unit forward with both strategy and heart. You’ll work side-by-side with a collaborative Medical Director and have the support of coordinators and a secretary so you can focus on developing people and programs.

What Makes This Role Unique

• Growth on the Horizon: Help drive census expansion, strengthen referral patterns, and prepare the unit for CARF accreditation.

• Team Spirit: This isn’t just another hospital floor—it’s a close-knit team that celebrates patient milestones with genuine joy.

• Leadership Support: Report to a VP of Operations who values autonomy and process improvement, not micromanagement.

What You Bring

• RN, PT, OT, or SLP background

• 5+ years of clinical inpatient rehab experience and 2+ years current/recent experience in inpatient rehab leadership

• Financial and compliance expertise (CMS, reimbursement, etc.)

• CRRN is a plus

Compensation & Perks

• Salary up to $140K annually + up to 10% annual bonus potential

• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, PTO, retirement, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement and more)

• Up to $15k relocation assistance

• Strong organizational support for professional growth and certification

Life Near Raleigh

When the workday ends, you’ll be living in one of the most desirable areas of the Southeast:

• Affordable living with costs well below big-city averages

• Raleigh at your doorstep: top-tier dining, arts, and sports just minutes away

• Weekend getaways to the beaches of Wilmington or the mountains of western NC

• Family-friendly charm with safe neighborhoods, good schools, and room to breathe

For confidential consideration, please apply via the link.

Contact Information

Jill Jarufe jill@np-hc.com (972) 318-9803

Please submit your most recent resume and application prior to contacting a member of our team for additional details about the specific position you are interested in.