Program Director III, Rehabilitation

Unity Health White County Medical Center

Program Director III, Rehabilitation

Location: 1200 South Main Street, Searcy, AR 72143

Shift: FT | M-F | 8am - 5pm 

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 a Position Title 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 

Join a mission‑driven team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care and advancing rehabilitation services. We're seeking a dynamic Rehabilitation Program Director to lead the full operation of our rehab program, ensuring excellence in clinical quality, team performance, and patient outcomes.

• Lead and develop a high‑performing interdisciplinary team, including clinical and administrative roles.
• Oversee program operations, ensuring alignment with company standards, client hospital expectations, and regulatory requirements.
• Drive efficiency, productivity, and continuous quality improvement across all program functions.
• Represent the program with professionalism while fostering strong relationships with patients, families, staff, and client partners.
• Manage operating and capital budgets in collaboration with both the client institution and Lifepoint.
• Guide community and professional relations initiatives, including referral management and public relations planning.
• Maintain a strong customer service culture and positive client relationships.
• Ensure a robust, data‑driven quality management program and participate in safety committee activities.

What we're looking for 

• Bachelor's degree or higher in PT, OT, SLP, RN or Respiratory Therapy program 
• Must possess a current license to practice as required by the state. 
• A track record of successful management experience in a health or human services setting and/or an extensive rehabilitation background 
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skill is necessary. 
• Experience working with a geriatric disabled population is preferred. 

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.

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.