Physician

Mary Free Bed; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading rehabilitation hospital in Kalamazoo seeks a Physician specializing in Physiatry. This role involves providing comprehensive medical services, maintaining patient care standards, and participating in quality improvement initiatives. Candidates must be board certified or board-eligible in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, possess a Michigan Medical License, and have a focus on patient-centered care. Join our mission to restore hope and freedom through rehabilitation services.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a Brain Injury Fellowship.
• Experience in rehabilitation of seriously ill patients preferred.
• Experience in developing new treatment programs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical services in inpatient, outpatient, and consult settings.
• Maintain medical records and cooperate with billing processes.
• Monitor developments in the specialty field and promote new programs.

Skills

Board certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Excellent communication skills

Customer service orientation

Education

M.D. or D.O. degree

State of Michigan Medical License

Current BLS Certification

Job description

Physician**Summary**Physician is responsible for providing professional medical services in the specialty of Physiatry (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) to the patients of Mary Free Bed Kalamazoo. The medical services provided are within the mission, vision and values of the parent corporation, the Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital.**Essential Job Responsibilities*** Provides professional medical services in the specialty of physiatry to patients of Mary Free Bed Kalamazoo in the following areas: Inpatient, Outpatient, and Consult Responsibilities* Timely consultations at referring hospitals and facilities* Invasive procedures within the normal scope of physiatry practice when adequate credentials and procedural guidelines including staff education are established* Maintains medical records in a timely fashion and cooperates with billing, peer review and compliance programs* Provides oversight and education for students, residents, and any mid-level providers* Maintains staff privileges at MFB, and mutually agreed upon other hospitals, including the duties required to maintain those privileges such as medical record completion, committee service, compliance, citizenship, etc.* Identifies and promotes opportunities for improvement of care and actively participates in MFB quality initiatives* Monitors developments in specialty field and promotes new programs that meet new program criteria* Provides medical leadership to treatment team treating assigned patients and promotes harmonious and effective team functioning* Models professional behavior* Enhances knowledge and understanding of capabilities and services of MFB among medical professionals and patient populations through regular participation in professional education sessions with network partners, discharge planning conferences at regional acute care hospitals, participation in ICU and other Rehab teams at network and regional acute care hospitals and similar activities, community outreach and programming opportunities presented or promoted by the organization.* Promotes the financial viability of the organization.* Promotes the development and dissemination of new knowledge, preferably in peer reviewed journals* We’ll embrace all people by: + ******T**reating everyone with dignity and respect. + ******O**pening more doors to opportunity for others to succeed. + ******G**rowing talent and people. + ******E**nsuring a welcoming experience for all we serve, regardless of origin, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or socioeconomic status. + ******T**aking action against discrimination. + ******H**onoring our differences and how we collaborate. + ******E**ducating staff, patients and the communities we care for. + **R**estoring hope and freedom, together**Customer Service Responsibilities**Demonstrate excellent customer service and standards of behaviors as well as encourages, coaches, and monitors the same in team members. This individual should consistently promote teamwork and direct communication with co-workers and deal discretely and sensitively with confidential information.**Responsibilities in Quality Improvement**Contribute by identifying problems and seeking solutions. Promote patient/family satisfaction where possible; participates in departmental efforts to monitor and report customer service.**Essential Job Qualifications*** M.D. or D.O. degree.* Board certified or board-eligible in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation* State of Michigan Medical License* Current BLS Certification* Completion of Brain Injury Fellowship**Preferred Job Qualifications*** Experience in developing new treatment programs and new treatment paradigms* Experience in the medical rehabilitation of seriously ill patients* Published research in peer reviewed journals**Physical Requirements for Essential Job Qualification****Levels**:* None (No specific requirements)* Occasionally (Less than 1/3)* Frequently (1/3 to 2/3)* Majority (More than 2/3)Remain in a stationary position: MajorityTraverse or move around work location: NoneUse keyboard: FrequentlyOperate or use department specific equipment: NoneAscend/Descend equipment or ladder: NonePosition self to accomplish the Essential Functions of the role: NoneReceive and communicate information and ideas for understanding: FrequentlyTransport, position, and/or exert force:*Up to 10 pounds:* Occasionally*Up to 25 pounds:* None*Up to 50 pounds:* None*Up to 75 pounds:* None*More than 100 pounds:* None*Other weight: Up to\_\_\_ pounds* \_\_\_\_\_ Other: None*Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at* *[e-mail]**.**Mary Free Bed is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristic.*## MFBANIJAt Mary Free Bed, we work towards putting everybody in motion. Fueled by our passion for innovative, integrated rehabilitation care, our teams work together to elevate everyone’s potential. Whether you’re here to ensure a safe environment at our hospitals, provide clinical care or help our patients navigate their next appointment, we’re united by the same mission: to restore hope and freedom through rehabilitation. Everyone plays an integral role in defining a better future for ourselves, our patients, and our communities. You included.