Lead PM&R Physician – Inpatient & Outpatient Rehab

CHRISTUS Health; Hineston (LA); On-site; USD 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible PM&R physician to lead comprehensive inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services in central Louisiana.

The physician will provide expert physiatric care and collaborate with an interdisciplinary rehabilitation team. The role focuses on growing rehabilitation programs, participating in quality initiatives, and educating patients, families, and staff.

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
• Board Certification or Board Eligibility in PM&R.
• Eligible for an unrestricted Louisiana medical license.
• Strong clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in both inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation care (preferred).
• Ability to lead and enhance rehabilitation services (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality physiatric services to patients with musculoskeletal, neurologic, spinal cord injury, stroke, and chronic pain.
• Conduct diagnostic evaluations and implement rehabilitation plans in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Lead collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams including physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, nursing, and case management.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and departmental planning.
• Educate patients, families, and staff on rehabilitation goals and functional outcomes.

Skills

PM&R knowledge

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Education

MD/DO degree

Board Certification in PM&R

Job description

CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible PM&R physician to lead comprehensive inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services in central Louisiana.

The physician will provide expert physiatric care and collaborate with an interdisciplinary rehabilitation team. The role focuses on growing rehabilitation programs, participating in quality initiatives, and educating patients, families, and staff.