Physiatrist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Inpatient Facility in Nebraska

LocumTenens.com; Broken Bow (NE); On-site; USD 220,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

LocumTenens.com is seeking a Board-certified Physiatrist to provide inpatient physical medicine and rehabilitation services with 24-hour call coverage at an acute rehabilitation unit within an acute care hospital in Nebraska.

Responsibilities include admissions consultations, daily rounds, and coordinating patient activities. The assignment runs Sept. 16–20 and requires coverage of 1–2 admits per day with on-site, inpatient staff support.

Qualifications

• Board-certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
• Inpatient PM&R experience preferred.
• Ability to manage 1–2 admits/discharges per day and coordinate daily activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide admissions consultations for rehabilitation unit.
• Perform rounds on all rehabilitation patients.
• Coordinate rehabilitation patients' daily activities and participate in team meetings, conference calls and morning huddles.

Skills

Inpatient PM&R

24-hour call coverage

Team coordination

Education

MD/DO in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Job description

This Job at a Glance

• Job Reference Id:ORD-214833-MD-NE
• Title:MD
• Dates Needed:September 16 - September 20
• Shift Type:24-Hour Call
• Assignment Type:Inpatient
• Call Required:Yes
• Board Certification Required:Yes
• Job Duration:Locums

About the Facility

This acute rehabilitation unit operates within an acute care hospital setting, providing specialized physical medicine and rehabilitation services with dedicated resources for comprehensive patient care. The facility maintains established clinical protocols and infrastructure to support quality rehabilitation outcomes. Inpatient hospital staff are available to facilitate coordinated care delivery throughout the assignment period.

About the Facility Location

Nebraska offers regional attractions and outdoor recreation opportunities suited to varied interests. The state features year-round activities across diverse landscapes, providing options for clinicians on assignment throughout the region.

About the Clinician's Workday

The physiatrist will provide comprehensive inpatient physical medicine and rehabilitation services with 24-hour call coverage. Daily responsibilities include conducting consultations for admissions to the rehabilitation unit, performing rounds on all rehabilitation patients, and coordinating rehabilitation patients' daily activities. The clinician will participate in team meetings, conference calls, and morning rehabilitation huddles while managing 1-2 admits and discharges per day. Board certification in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation is required for this position.

Additional Job Details

• Case Load/PPD:1-2 admits and discharges per day
• Support Staff:Inpatient hospital staff
• Patient Population:All Ages
• Location Type:On-Site
• Prescriptive Authority Required:No
• Government:No