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Physiatry/Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician (PM&R)
Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled & compassionate Physiatry/Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician to join our team as a Staff Physician. This position provides direct patient care to outpatient patients with medical & rehabilitation needs & plays an integral
role in developing & managing individualized rehabilitation plans.
The Staff Physician will collaborate closely with other healthcare providers to assess patients, make appropriate medical decisions, determine rehabilitative treatment pathways & provide ongoing rehabilitation care management to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide comprehensive outpatient medical & rehabilitation care.
* Assess, evaluate, diagnose & treat patients using evidence-based best practices.
* Develop & implement individualized plans of care based on patient needs & rehabilitation goals.
* Coordinate patient care with other clinic providers, specialists & outside medical offices.
* Provide rehabilitation-related medical services across a variety of diagnostic categories.
* Perform appropriate medical injections, including injections related to injured-worker care.
* Evaluate & manage patients with concussions across a variety of age groups.
* Perform EMG & nerve conduction studies (NCS).
* Interpret electrodiagnostic findings & correlate results with the patient's clinical presentation.
* Complete accurate & timely EMG/NCS reports & related clinical documentation.
* Communicate clinically significant electrodiagnostic findings to appropriate providers & patients when indicated.
* Participate in the care of pediatric patients, as appropriate.
* Manage medical-legal responsibilities, including:
* Preparation of medical narratives & reports.
* Dispositions.
* Expert testimony.
* Collaboration & communication with attorney offices.
* Maintain accurate, thorough & timely medical records.
* Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to support quality outcomes & continuity of care.
* Stay current with PM&R best practices, clinical guidelines & applicable regulatory requirements.
Qualifications
* MD OR DO degree
* Specialization in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R).
* Current, unrestricted state medical license.
* Board certification in PM&R or another applicable medical specialty.
* Experience or demonstrated competency in EMG/NCS is required.
* Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic & treatment-planning skills.
* Excellent communication & interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work collaboratively with physicians, therapists, medical staff, patients & outside professionals.
* Ability to provide high-quality care across diverse patient populations, including pediatric patients as appropriate.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a patient-focused PM&R physician who combines strong clinical expertise with excellent communication & collaboration skills. Experience with electrodiagnostic medicine, concussion management, injured-worker care, medical-legal services & rehabilitation medicine is highly valued.
Schedule & Compensation
* Employment Type: Salaried Staff Physician
* Schedule: 3-4 days per week
* Setting: Outpatient rehabilitation/PM&R practice
* Compensation: $300,000 (Full Time 4 day week, 40 hours)
Join a collaborative team dedicated to providing high-quality, comprehensive rehabilitation care & helping patients achieve meaningful, functional outcomes.
Benefits
FHW offers a full benefits package including:
FOR ALL EMPLOYEES:
Employee Assistance Program
403 (B) with 4% match from FHW and zero day vesting schedule
FOR FULL TIME EMPLOYEES WORKING AT LEAST 30 HOURS A WEEK
Medical Plan Options:
I. PPO plan with copay/coinsurance and lower deductible
II. High Deductible Health Plan with the option for a Health Savings Account.
III. Telemedicine includes in both plan options.
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/ Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
Disability Insurance with a Short and Long Term Option.
Critical Illness and Accident Plans
Cafeteria Options: Health Reimbursement/ Flex Savings
A host of other options to include: Pet Insurance, Identity Protection, Travel protection,
Salary : $300,000