Pain Management Physician

VRS; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

VRS is seeking a fellowship-trained Pain Management Physician to evaluate and treat patients with acute and chronic pain in Asheville, North Carolina. You will develop individualized treatment plans, monitor progress, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver coordinated patient-centered care.

The role emphasizes strong clinical judgment, clear communication, and commitment to improving patients’ quality of life, with on-site work and adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• MD/DO degree from an accredited institution.
• Completion of a fellowship in Pain Management.
• Active North Carolina medical license or eligibility for licensure.
• Board certification or board eligibility in the relevant specialty, consistent with the employer’s requirements.
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and treatment-planning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to ethical practice, patient safety, and quality care.
• Availability to work on-site in Asheville, North Carolina.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments, including medical history reviews, physical examinations, and diagnostic evaluations.
• Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans for acute and chronic pain.
• Provide medical, pharmacological, and interventional treatments within your training and scope of practice.
• Monitor patient outcomes and adjust treatment plans as clinically indicated.
• Explain diagnoses, treatment options, and pain management strategies to patients.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care.
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation.
• Follow applicable clinical guidelines, prescribing requirements, and patient safety standards.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient safety

Education

MD/DO

Fellowship in Pain Management

Job description

Compensation: Discussed during the recruitment process

About the Role

We’re looking for a fellowship-trained Pain Management Physician to evaluate and treat patients experiencing acute and chronic pain.

You’ll develop individualized treatment plans, monitor patient progress, and work with other healthcare professionals to provide coordinated, patient-centered care. This role suits a physician who combines strong clinical judgment with clear communication and a commitment to improving patients’ quality of life.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct comprehensive assessments, including medical history reviews, physical examinations, and diagnostic evaluations.
• Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans for acute and chronic pain.
• Provide medical, pharmacological, and interventional treatments within your training and scope of practice.
• Monitor patient outcomes and adjust treatment plans as clinically indicated.
• Explain diagnoses, treatment options, and pain management strategies to patients.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care.
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation.
• Follow applicable clinical guidelines, prescribing requirements, and patient safety standards.

Required Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
• Completion of a fellowship in Pain Management.
• Active North Carolina medical license or eligibility for licensure.
• Board certification or board eligibility in the relevant specialty, consistent with the employer’s requirements.
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and treatment-planning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to ethical practice, patient safety, and quality care.
• Availability to work on-site in Asheville, North Carolina.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience treating a broad range of acute and chronic pain conditions.
• A collaborative approach to patient care.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation details will be shared directly with qualified candidates during the recruitment process. Benefits and employment terms will be discussed with the hiring organization.

• If you’re a fellowship-trained physician committed to helping patients manage pain and improve their quality of life, we’d love to hear from you.