Pain Management Physician

Community Health at Home; Bardstown (KY); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a Pain Management Physician to deliver comprehensive care in a picturesque small town. This role involves developing tailored pain management plans, performing interventional procedures, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes. With a commitment to quality care, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on patients' lives while enjoying a supportive work environment. The position offers competitive compensation, generous incentives, and a chance to thrive in a community recognized for its beauty and quality of life.

Benefits

CME allowance and additional time off

Paid Time Off

Quality Incentives

401k and 457(b) plans with company contribution

Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance

Paid malpractice insurance/tail coverage

Physician Mentorship Program

Qualifications

• KY State Licensure and Board Certification in Anesthesiology required.
• Expertise in interventional pain management procedures and anesthetic techniques.

Responsibilities

• Develop personalized pain management plans for patients.
• Perform interventional procedures like nerve blocks and spinal injections.
• Educate patients on treatment options and pain management strategies.

Skills

Pain Management

Interventional Procedures

Medication Management

Patient Education

Collaboration

Clinical Documentation

Education

KY State Licensure

Certification by the American Board of Anesthesiology

Active KY DEA

Job description

Overview

CHI Saint Joseph is looking for a Pain Management Physician to operate out of Flaget Memorial Hospital in Bardstown, KY. The Pain Management Physician performs comprehensive patient evaluation, pain management plan development, performing procedures like nerve blocks, spinal injections, and managing medication regimens while closely monitoring patient response and safety throughout treatment.

Bardstown is one of the most recognized small towns in America. Its long list of national accolades has made this community a location people are coming to for not only a place to visit, but to live and work. Bardstown’s leadership has been able to forge that perfect balance between historic preservation and progressiveness. Named the “Most Beautiful Small Town in America” by USA Today and Rand McNally, Bardstown is certainly more than just a pretty face. We have been included in Site Selection magazine's top-ten list for economic developments, awarded “Best Place in the South to Raise a Family” by Southern Business and Development, as well as one of the top ten “Central Business Districts” in the South. These are joined by our continuous streak in being named one of the “Best Small Towns in America” by various national publications, including Southern Living magazine!

OpportunityDetails:

• Excellent base salary guaranteed for up to 3 years
• Up to $200,000 in recruiting incentives including sign-on bonus, student loan assistance, residency bonus, and relocation assistance
• CME allowance and additional time off
• Paid Time Off
• Quality Incentives
• 401k and 457(b) plans with company contribution
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
• Paid malpractice insurance/tail coverage
• 501 (c) (3) income based student loan forgiveness eligible
• Physician Mentorship Program for growth and development
• EPIC- electronic health record system integrated throughout all hospital and practice locations

About CHI Saint Joseph Health and CommonSpirit Health

CHI Saint Joseph Medical Group now part of CommonSpirit Health formed between Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health includes 275 providers delivering quality care to patients across 88 locations in central and eastern Kentucky. Our full service network delivers a variety of Primary Care Services including Family Internal Geriatric and Pediatric Medicine in addition to several specialties to deliver custom care based on the unique needs of our patients.

CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S. & from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community. #HEC

Responsibilities

• Pain Management Plan Development:
  • Create personalized pain management plans tailored to each patient's needs, considering potential treatment options like medication management, physical therapy, and interventional procedures.
• Interventional Procedures:
  • Perform a variety of interventional pain management procedures including nerve blocks (epidural, facet joint, peripheral nerve), spinal injections, radiofrequency ablation, and other minimally invasive techniques.
• Medication Management:
  • Prescribe and monitor pain medications, including opioid management with a focus on safe and responsible prescribing practices.
• Patient Education:
  • Educate patients on their pain condition, treatment options, pain management strategies, and lifestyle modifications to optimize pain management.
• Collaboration with Other Healthcare Professionals:
  
  • Work closely with other healthcare providers like physical therapists, psychologists, and primary care physicians to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
• Clinical Documentation:
  
  • Maintain detailed medical records, including patient assessments, treatment plans, procedural notes, and medication administration documentation.

Qualifications

• KY State Licensure
• Certification by the American Board of Anesthesiology
• Active KY DEA
• Expertise in administering various anesthetic techniques, including regional anesthesia, as well as proficiency in performing interventional pain management procedures
• Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals