General PM&R Physician (M67772 & M67773)

Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic medical institution in Richmond, Virginia is seeking a General PM&R Physician to provide direct patient care, teach residents, and engage in research. The ideal candidate will hold a medical degree and board certification in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. Responsibilities include clinical duties in rehabilitation, participation in educational programs, and representation in departmental committees. Competitive salary based on experience is offered.

Qualifications

• Academic and clinical credentials that demonstrate ability to establish new clinical initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect and professionalism.
• Academic credentials demonstrating ability to initiate new clinical initiatives.
• Effective oral and written communication.
• Leadership skills; ability to work well in a team.
• Commitment to respectful, professional environment across diverse faculty, staff, and students.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care with opportunities in teaching, research, and service.
• Support established multi-specialty clinics in general PM&R diagnoses.
• Assist in preparation of medical services and billing.
• Contribute to teaching, research, and service as appropriate in clinical care.
• Coordinate with clinics, determine referrals, and ensure documentation meets policies.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication

Leadership skills

Team collaboration

Team collaboration

Professionalism

Education

Medical Degree (MD or DO)

Board certification in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Job description

General PM&R Physician (M67772 & M67773)

Location: Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine

Unit: School Of Medicine

Department: Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Mission or Goal of Unit: Our mission is to provide rehabilitation leadership to the Commonwealth of Virginia to improve the quality of life for individuals with disabilities by maximizing independence in living skills, recreation and employment activities through innovative education, evidence-based research, and outcome-focused patient care.

Chief Purpose of this Position

The Department of PM&R at VCU Health welcomes candidates to apply to this exciting new opportunity for a PM&R physician specializing in general outpatient practice. The advertised position is responsible for direct patient care, with opportunities to be involved in teaching, research, and service. A Physician Practice Group compensation plan provides an opportunity for a competitive, market-based salary. The position will be offered at an academic rank commensurate with qualifications.

Teaching

• Assist in the supervision of residents, fellows, and other learners.
• Participate in the orientation of house staff and students to the Rehabilitation program.
• Assist in establishing the core curriculum, including a list of reading material for house staff and students.
• Assist in the evaluation of the house staff and students assigned to the facilities after each rotation.

Research

• Though not a primary function of this job, participate as needed/interested in research activities as well as supporting ongoing and new projects as appropriate in the context of clinical care.

Service

• Participate in university and department committees as requested.
• Contribute to the field of Physiatry overall through professional organizations.

Clinical

• Primary clinical responsibility is general rehabilitation.
• Support established multi-specialty clinics in general PM&R diagnosis including, but not limited to, stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, and MSK.
• Responsible for the proper management and quality of service in the provision of care.
• Provide consults upon referral from medical facilities with formal coordinated relationships with the Department.
• Prepare periodic reports pertaining to the care of patients to the Division Chair.
• Ensure that medical services are documented and signed consistent with VCUHS and payer policies and guidelines.
• Assist in the establishment of referral sources for VCU Medical Center and Sheltering Arms Institute.
• Assist the billing professionals in the preparation of appropriate charges for the medical services rendered and in the review of non-reimbursed billings.

Other

• Represent the Department in official meetings as requested.
• Attend scheduled Grand Rounds, staff conferences, and lectures upon occasion as requested.
• Maintain practice credentials and completion of education as required by hospital, university, and state practice organization.

Minimum Qualifications

• Medical Degree (MD or DO)
• Board certification in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
• Academic and clinical credentials that demonstrate ability to establish new clinical initiatives
• Effective oral and written communication
• Leadership skills
• Ability to work well with people in a team environment
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU.

Salary Range: Commensurate

Rank: Open

Tenure: Ineligible

Months: 12 months

Contact Name: Rebecca Green

Contact Email: [e-mail]