Physical and Rehabilitation MD/DO Needed 250k+
King Of Prussia, Pennsylvania, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Other
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Location
Victoria, Texas, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
11/14/24
PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION PHYSICIAN
The Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician develops, implements, and evaluates the medical practice delivery model in accordance with our mission and vison. The Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician assures delivery of quality services to all patients. This is an exempt position.
Job Responsibilities
Provide professional medical services on a full-time basis to patients of assigned hospital(s). Such services shall include those services which are customarily performed by physicians practicing in the specialty of physical and rehabilitation medicine including, but not limited to rounding and consultations on patients.
Collaborate with the Facility's leadership, staff, and other practitioners and consultants to help develop, implement and evaluate patient care policies and procedures that reflect current standards of practice.
Help Facility to identify, evaluate and address/resolve medical and clinical concerns and issues that affect patient care, medical care or quality of life or are related to the provision of services by physicians and other licensed health care practitioners.
Performing prompt, courteous and competent professional services in accordance with generally accepted professional standards for such services.
Physician will report to the Regional Chief Medical Officer for clinical matters and the Hospital Chief Executive Officer or his or her designee for administrative matters.
Performance of administrative services may be reasonably required.
Responsible for preparation and maintenance of complete and accurate medical and other records in accordance with generally accepted medical practice and in compliance with mandated regulatory, legal and/or accrediting standards, including but not limited to Pre-Admission Screenings (PAS), Individualized Plan of Care (IPOC), Leading the interdisciplinary team conference, Progress Notes which include face-to-face visits, Admission Orders, Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility Patient Assessment Instrument (IRF-PAI) and other records, reports, claims, and correspondence relating to the services and treatment rendered by Physician for or on behalf of Employer.
Evaluation, diagnosis, consultation and management of patients with physical and/or cognitive impairment and disability. Includes the diagnosis and treatment of patients with painful or functionally limiting conditions, the management of co-morbidities and co-impairments, diagnostic and therapeutic injection procedures, electro-diagnostic medicine and emphasis on the prevention of complications of disability from secondary conditions. Assess, stabilize and determine disposition of patients with emergent conditions consistent with Medical Staff Policy regarding Emergency and Consultative call services. Privileges also include the physical examination of pain, weakness, and numbness (neuromuscular and musculoskeletal) using a diagnostic plan or prescription for treatment that may include the use of physical agents or other interventions and evaluation, and prescription, and supervision of medical and comprehensive rehabilitation goals and treatment plans. Admit to inpatient or other level of care for treatment Perform the general history and physical examination Perform pre-admission assessment Perform day 4 Plan of Care Review and approve of pre-admission screening Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Procedure
Maintain competency in his specialty field to meet the normally acceptable standard as established by the staff, or other licensing or certifying body.
Identify hazards to health and safety through a review of incident and accident reports concerning patients and co-workers.
Staff Education Management: Assist with medical education as requested. This may include curriculum development, supervision and performance evaluations, daily rounds, lectures, demonstrations, informal discussions, and continuing education to attending Medical Staff, the nursing staff, and the therapy staff.
Qualifications
Education and Training: Must possess M.D. or D.O. degree from an accredited medical school. Must hold current state medical license. Education/Training Successful completion of an ACGME or AOA accredited Residency training program in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Certification Current certification or active participation in the examination process leading to certification in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation or the American Osteopathic Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, is preferred.
Experience: Prior experience as Medical Director/leadership preferred. Current practice in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Verbal ability to express ideas and views effectively when speaking to groups, hospital managers and personnel.
Cognitive ability to gather and analyze data and prepare reports and to evaluate reports, programs and other data against both judgmental and verifiable criteria.
Numerical ability to evaluate statistical data and to make various computations in planning departmental operations and budget.
Skills
Leadership:
Inclusiveness: Promotes cooperation, fairness and equity; shows respect for people and their differences; works to understand perspectives of others; demonstrates empathy; brings out the best in others and in his/her team.
Stewardship and Resource Management: Demonstrates accountability and sound judgment in managing company resources; appropriate understanding of confidentiality and company values; adheres to and supports company policies, procedures and safety guidelines.
Problem-Solving: Identifies problems and involves others in seeking solutions; conducts appropriate analysis; searches for best solutions; effectively and efficiently implements appropriate response to correct problem; responds promptly and effectively to new challenges.
Decision-Making: Makes clear, consistent decisions; acts with integrity in all decisions; distinguishes relevant from irrelevant information; makes timely, appropriate decisions.
Strategic Planning and Organizing: Understands company vision and aligns priorities accordingly; measures outcomes; uses feedback to redirect as required; evaluates alternatives; appropriately organizes complex issues to desirable resolution.
Communication: Connects with peers, subordinate employees and all customers; actively listens; clearly and effectively shares information; demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills; negotiates effectively.
Quality Improvement: Strives for efficient, effective, high-quality performance in self and the department; delivers timely and accurate results; resilient when responding to matters that are challenging; takes initiative to make improvements.
Leadership: Motivates others; accepts responsibility; maintains high morale in department; develops trust and credibility; expects honest and ethical behavior of self and staff.
Teamwork: Encourages cooperation and collaboration; builds effective teams; works in partnership with others; is flexible; responsive to the needs of others.
Development: Maintains up-to-date skills through involvement with professional organizations and/or continuing education.
Customer Service :
Maintains the highest level of customer service via courtesy, compassion and positive communication.
Promotes the mission and vision within the work environment and community.
Respects dignity and confidentiality by adherence to all applicable policies and procedures.
Health and Safety:
Works in a manner that promotes safety; wears clothing appropriate to the performance of the job.
Participates in OSHA required training.
Follows universal precautions as appropriate for position; complies with Employee Health requirements for continued employment.
Reports unsafe practices to management.
Knows own role in case of an emergency.