Autonomous Internal Medicine — Inpatient Rehab

Encompass Health Corporation; Moline (IL); Hybrid; USD 240,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Quad Cities Rehabilitation Institute in Moline, IL, is seeking a full-time Internal Medicine physician to join our inpatient rehabilitation team and care for medically complex patients alongside a multidisciplinary team focused on maximizing independence and helping patients return home.

Ideal candidates hold an MD or DO, are board certified or eligible in Internal Medicine, and are eligible for an Illinois medical license.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree and board status in Internal Medicine.
• Eligible for Illinois medical license.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient internal medicine care for complex rehab patients.
• Collaborate with PM&R, therapists, nurses, and case managers.
• Support patient return to independence and home.

Skills

MD/DO

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Inpatient rehab interest

Education

MD or DO

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine

Illinois license eligibility

Job description

Quad Cities Rehabilitation Institute | Moline, Illinois

Practice Inpatient Medicine Differently

Quad Cities Rehabilitation Institute is seeking a full-time Internal Medicine physician to join our inpatient rehabilitation team. This is an excellent opportunity for an internist who enjoys caring for complex medical patients but is looking for an alternative to the traditional hospitalist model.

Quad Cities Rehabilitation Institute is a 40-bed freestanding acute inpatient rehabilitation hospital providing comprehensive care for patients recovering from stroke, neurological conditions, orthopedic injuries, and spinal cord injuries.

As an Internal Medicine physician, you'll work closely with PM&R physicians, therapists, nurses, and other clinical specialists to manage the medical needs of patients throughout their rehabilitation journey.

Position Highlights

• Full-time Internal Medicine physician opportunity
• Inpatient rehabilitation medicine — not traditional hospital medicine
• Independent physician practice with exceptional autonomy
• Self-directed, flexible weekly schedule
• Monday–Friday daytime practice
• Shared call responsibilities
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary team
• Opportunity for professional growth and leadership

A Different Kind of Inpatient Medicine

If you enjoy inpatient medicine but are looking for more predictable days, fewer overnight interruptions, and the opportunity to follow patients as they make meaningful progress, inpatient rehabilitation may be a great fit.

You'll care for medically complex patients while working alongside an experienced rehabilitation team focused on helping each patient regain independence and return home.

Where You'll Practice

Quad Cities Rehabilitation Institute is a 40-bed freestanding rehabilitation hospital serving the Quad Cities region. Our specialized programs include:

• Stroke Rehabilitation
• Neurological Rehabilitation
• Orthopedic Rehabilitation
• Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation

About The Quad Cities

Located along the scenic Mississippi River, the Quad Cities offers an exceptional quality of life with affordable living, outdoor recreation, cultural attractions, locally owned restaurants, shopping, and entertainment. It's an excellent community for physicians seeking both professional opportunity and a balanced lifestyle.

Qualifications

• MD or DO
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine
• Eligible for or able to obtain an Illinois medical license
• Interest in inpatient rehabilitation medicine
• Strong communication and patient-care skills
• Inpatient experience preferred, but not required

Quad Cities Rehabilitation Institute

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 The Quad Cities Rehabilitation Institute, we are committed to helping you get back to what matters most. We are a leading provider of inpatient rehabilitation for stroke, brain injury, hip fracture and other complex neurological and orthopedic conditions.*

When you choose The Quad Cities Rehabilitation Institute 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 institute 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**

Rehabilitation is covered in full or part by most health insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid. Our institute has contracts with most major insurance companies and is willing to negotiate with other companies, as needed.

*As an inpatient rehabilitation services provider, The Quad Cities Rehabilitation Institute does not have an emergency services department.

**The hospital provides access to independent physicians.