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Welcome to Encompass Health Rock Hill

We know that choosing where to receive care after a life-changing illness or injury is an important decision for you and your loved ones. At Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Rock Hill, we are committed to helping you get back to what matters most. Located in Rock Hill, we are a leading provider of inpatient rehabilitation for stroke, brain injury, hip fracture and other complex neurological and orthopedic conditions.

When you choose Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Rock Hill for your rehabilitation, you receive compassionate care from an expert team of physical, occupational and speech therapists; physicians; nurses; dietitians; pharmacists; and case managers who work together to create a plan to help you meet your unique goals.

At our hospital you will receive:

  • Three hours of therapy, five days per week
  • 24/7 nursing care, including nurses who specialize in rehabilitation
  • Frequent visits from a physician*

*We provide access to independent physicians.

Learn what to expect during inpatient rehabilitation

Better Rehabilitation Starts Here

Each patient’s recovery is different. At Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Rock Hill, our expert clinicians combine the latest technologies, real-world simulations and advanced therapies into a treatment plan that helps you achieve what’s important to you. Our specialties include but are not limited to:

 

 

Superior Amenities at Our Hospitals

50 Beds

Televisions

Telephones

Tours Available

Free WiFi

Interpreter Services

Cafeteria

Support Groups

Nonsmoking

Student Observation Hours

Parking

Service Animals Allowed

Spanish Translators Available

Onsite Dialysis

Bariatric Rooms

Day Room

Courtyard

Therapy Animals

Pet Friendly

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Our Hospital's Accredited Programs Ensuring High-Quality Patient Care

Stroke Rehabilitation

Our stroke rehabilitation program has earned Disease-Specific Care Certification from The Joint Commission.

Leadership and Staff

Michelle Von Arx
MICHELLE VON ARX

CEO

Michelle is the chief executive officer of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Rock Hill since January 2024.

Michelle has been the chief executive officer of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Rock Hill since January 2024. She joined Encompass Health in 2022 and started in Montgomery, Alabama. Michelle brings more than 25 years of healthcare experience, with over 15 years of hospital management and leadership. Prior to transitioning to Encompass Health, Michelle was the chief executive officer at Penn State Health Rehabilitation Hospital in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Michelle is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives. Michelle earned her master's degree in occupational therapy and her bachelor's degree in general studies, with a minor in psychology from Misericordia University.

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Shiranee Jayasooriya
SHIRANEE JAYASOORIYA, M.D.

Medical Director

Dr. Shiranee Jayasooriya is the medical director at Encompass Health.

Dr. Shiranee Jayasooriya is the medical director at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Rock Hill. She graduated from medical school in Sri Lanka and received her postgraduate board certification in medicine in England and board certification in psychiatry in Australia. She attended the University of Texas Houston completing a residency in anesthesiology and then her physical medicine and rehabilitation residency at Baylor College of Medicine. Prior to coming to Encompass Health Rock Hill, Dr. Jayasooriya served as medical director at Encompass Health Desert Canyon practiced in Las Vegas, Nevada. While there, she contributed to the start of the first Joint Commission-certified oncology rehabilitation program in the country. Her interests include writing and composing music.

Dr. Jayasooriya is an independent private practice physician.

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Robert Baker
Robert Baker

Facilities Management Director

Robert Baker has 28 years of experience in facility services.
Robert Baker is the director of plant operations for Encompass Health of Rock Hill. He is responsible for the plant operations, dietary services, security and purchasing departments. Robert has 28 years of experience in facility services, starting at Winthrop University and later moving on to Paramount’s Carowinds theme park. He has spent the last 18 years as the plant operations director for Westminster Towers. Robert received his certification in heating and air conditioning, and industrial electricity from York Technical College. He and his wife have two children and reside in Rock Hill, S.C..
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Dan Barbeau
DANIEL BARBEAU, RPh

Director of Pharmacy

Daniel brings more than 30 years of pharmacy experience to Encompass Health of Rock Hill.

Daniel brings more than 30 years of pharmacy experience to Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Rock Hill. After receiving his bachelor's degree in pharmacy from the University of Rhode Island, Daniel spent the majority of his career in hospital pharmacy. He also received his certificate as a pain management specialty pharmacist in 2019.

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Lina Varela-Gonzalez
LINA VARELA GONZALEZ

Chief Nursing Officer

Lina was named chief nursing officer of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Rock Hill in April 2024.

Lina was named chief nursing officer for Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Rock Hill in April 2024. Lina has a robust background in nursing leadership and healthcare spanning over two decades serving diverse clinical settings, including ambulatory care, emergency services, behavioral health and acute care. She has a master's degree in business administration from Ashford University and a bachelor's in nursing from Seton Hall University. She is certified as a lean healthcare green belt and was recognized as one of Diversity MBA Media’s Top 100 under 50 executive leaders. She is a member of the American Organization for Nursing Leadership and the American College of Healthcare Executives. Lina is committed to elevating patient care delivery and fostering inclusive and safe healthcare environments.

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Trent Huechtker
TRENT HUECHTKER

Business Development Director

Trent has more than 20 years of healthcare management expertise.
Trent brings more than 20 years of healthcare management expertise to Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Rock Hill. He has lived in Rock Hill since 1997 and has been with Encompass Health since 2015. Trent received his Associate of Arts from St. Petersburg College in Saint Petersburg,Fla. and earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Winthrop University. He worked in complex rehab as a certified ATP and was the co-owner of a durable medical equipment company in Charlotte, NC for 15 years. Trent currently serves as a board member for local businesses.
 
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Kiona Jay
KIONA JAY

Human Resources Director

Kiona brings 20 years of healthcare experience to Encompass Health.

Kiona brings 20 years of healthcare experience to Encompass Health. As a human resources director, she is a results-focused leader who delivers talent acquisition, retention and motivation solutions that assist companies in harnessing the full power of one of their most valuable assets – their people. Kiona has dedicated her career to creating robust cultures that promote continuous business growth and cultivate customer loyalty by empowering and motivating employees to realize their full potential and bring their best to the job. She received a bachelor’s degree in healthcare management and a master’s degree in healthcare administration from South University.

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Tianna Miller
Tianna Miller

Director of Case Management

Tianna is a licensed professional counselor and has 12 years of social work experience. 
Tianna joined Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Rock Hill in November of 2017 bringing 15 years’ of healthcare case management experience. Tianna has a bachelor’s degree in social work from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and master’s degree in mental health counseling from Walden University. She is also a licensed professional counselor. Prior to joining Encompass Health, Tianna served as the branch manager over two homecare agencies in North Carolina. She also has 12 years of social work experience as a director in long term care. She has worked with nurses, case managers, administrators, physicians, patients and families across the continuum of care in the area of long term care and home care. Tianna recognizes the significance of helping patients access the appropriate resources to function in the community successfully.
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Karen Orsini
KAREN ORSINI

Controller

Karen brings more than 35 years of healthcare experience to Encompass Health.

Karen brings more than 35 years of healthcare experience to Encompass Health. As an accomplished financial executive, she has demonstrated success implementing sound financial practices and internal controls to improve business performance for healthcare organizations. Her background includes acute care, behavioral health, developmental disabilities, skilled nursing home, home health and county health departments. Karen earned her associate's degree in business administration from Paul Smith’s College, a bachelor's degree in business administration from SUNY Plattsburg, and her master's degree in business administration from The University of Phoenix.

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Chimetchia Robinson
Chimetchia Robinson

Director of Quality & Risk

Chimetchia brings more than 17 years of clinical and healthcare management expertise to Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Rock Hill.

Chimetchia brings more than 17 years of clinical and healthcare management expertise to Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Rock Hill. A native of South Carolina, she graduated from the Medical College of Georgia with a bachelor's degree in respiratory care. She received her master's degree in business administration and health administration (MBA-MHA) from South University-Columbia.

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Katie Smith
KATIE SMITH

Director of Therapy Operations

Katie has been with Encompass Health for 10 years, previously working at our hospital in Columbia, South Carolina before transitioning to Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Rock Hill.

Katie has been with Encompass Health for 10 years, previously working at our hospital in Columbia, South Carolina before transitioning to Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Rock Hill to accept the therapy manager position. From there, she expanded her role and is serving currently as the director of therapy operations. She earned her master’s degree in occupational therapy at the University of Florida and has specialized in neurological rehabilitation during her time as an occupational therapist. She is trained in NDT and teaches HemiMove® throughout the company for our Clinical Excellence University continuing education courses.

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