Physician - PM&R

CHRISTUS Health; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 280,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary + incentive

Comprehensive benefits: health, dental

CME allowance and malpractice coverage

Sign-on incentive

Job summary

CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital in Alexandria, LA seeks a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible PM&R Physician to lead inpatient and outpatient rehab services, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to expand physical medicine programs in central Louisiana.

The ideal candidate provides expert medical care, guides quality improvement, and educates patients and staff on rehabilitation goals, with opportunities for leadership within CHRISTUS Health.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Board Certification or Board Eligibility in PM&R.
• Eligible for or currently holding Louisiana medical license.

Responsibilities

• Provide physiatric services to inpatients and outpatients.
• Lead interdisciplinary rehabilitation team collaborations.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and planning.
• Educate patients and staff on rehabilitation goals and outcomes.
• Support expansion of rehabilitation programs in central Louisiana.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

MD/DO - PM&R

PM&R Board Certification/Eligibility

LA medical licensure eligibility

Job description

Description

CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital — 3330 Masonic Drive, Alexandria, LA 71301

CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Health System (300+ bed regional hospital)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible PM&R Physician (Physiatrist) to lead and grow comprehensive inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services. The ideal candidate will provide expert medical care, collaborate with an interdisciplinary rehabilitation team, and support the expansion of physical medicine programs in central Louisiana.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality physiatric services to patients with a range of conditions, including 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.

Qualifications

Required:

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R).
• Eligible for or currently holding an unrestricted Louisiana medical license.
• Strong clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred:

• Experience in both inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation care.
• Ability to lead and enhance rehabilitation services.

Why CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini?

• Mission-Driven: Join a faith-based, not-for-profit health system committed to compassionate, quality care.
• Collaborative Environment: Work with a dedicated team across specialties in a supportive regional referral center.
• Community: Alexandria offers a rich cultural scene, outdoor recreation, and a welcoming community with a lower cost of living than many metropolitan areas.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary + incentive potential
• Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, vision, retirement plans
• CME allowance and malpractice coverage
• Sign-on incentive