Inpatient Physiatrist - Rehab & Neuro Recovery Lead

St. Cloud Orthopedics; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 230,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Southcoast Health is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician to join our inpatient rehabilitation team. The Physiatrist will provide comprehensive medical management and oversee rehabilitation for patients recovering from acute illness, injury, surgery, stroke, spinal cord injuries, and other disabling conditions.

You will lead an interdisciplinary team, coordinate discharge planning, tailor treatment plans, and advance quality and safety in

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation residency.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.
• Eligibility for unrestricted Massachusetts medical licensure.
• DEA certification and ability to obtain Southcoast Health medical staff privileges.

Responsibilities

• Inpatient Rehabilitation Medical Management: serve as physician for patients in inpatient rehab unit and develop plans of care.
• Functional Assessment & Treatment Planning: assess mobility, cognition, goals, and develop rehab programs.
• Leadership of the Interdisciplinary Care Team: lead weekly conferences and coordinate with therapists, nurses, case managers, and specialists.
• Neurologic, Musculoskeletal & Pain Management: treat stroke, TBI, SCI, amputations, chronic pain and related rehab needs.
• Care Coordination & Discharge Planning: plan discharge, coordinate with post-acute care and families.
• Patient & Family Education: educate about diagnoses, goals, and ongoing care needs.
• Quality, Compliance & Program Development: document accurately; engage in quality initiatives and education.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Rehabilitation medicine

Patient-centered care

Education

MD/DO degree

ACGME PM&R residency

Board Certified/Board Eligible PM&R

Massachusetts licensure eligibility

DEA certification

Job description

Southcoast Health is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician to join our inpatient rehabilitation team. The Physiatrist will provide comprehensive medical management and oversee rehabilitation for patients recovering from acute illness, injury, surgery, stroke, spinal cord injuries, and other disabling conditions.

You will lead an interdisciplinary team, coordinate discharge planning, tailor treatment plans, and advance quality and safety in