Physical Med & Rehab Opening in Augusta, ME
Saint Louis, MO, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Physiatry/Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Augusta, Maine, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
11/22/24
Physical Med & Rehab opening in Augusta, ME
- Full-time, permanent position
- Employed opportunity
**Position Overview:**
Medical Center is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible General Physiatrist to join their established team of physiatrists, nurse practitioners, psychologists, RNs, and medical assistants. The role focuses on providing patient-centered care with a special interest in rehabilitation for poly trauma, TBI, amputation, post-stroke, spinal cord injury, and optimizing function for autoimmune diseases.
**Key Responsibilities:**
- **Clinical Procedures:** Perform ultrasound-guided injections, trigger point injections, migraine management injections, and spasticity management.
- **Patient Care:** Advocate strongly for patients, with a focus on team collaboration.
- **Additional Interests:** An interest in complementary or functional medicine and acupuncture is preferred.
- **EMG/NCS:** Experience is preferred but not required.
**Schedule & Call:**
- **Work Week:** Monday-Friday with an average of 15 patients per day.
- **Weekend Call:** Rotational, 1:4 home call with occasional weekend admissions.
**Practice Environment:**
- **Technology:** State-of-the-art facilities with access to EMG, X-ray, MRI, fluoroscopy suites, and musculoskeletal ultrasound for interventional procedures.
- **Referrals & Collaboration:** Supported by a high volume of referrals with close collaboration with a built-in referral network including primary care, spine team, and inpatient rehabilitation team.
- **Teaching:** Potential opportunity to teach medical students.
**Location & Community:**
- **Hospital:** A 198-bed facility offering comprehensive services to 88 cities and towns.
- **Region:** Scenic central Maine, close to Portland, ski resorts, lakes, rivers, award-winning golf courses, and hiking trails. Enjoy the beauty of the Maine coast and the vibrancy of the regions outdoor and cultural offerings.
**Why?**
- **Commitment:** As Kennebec Valleys largest private employer, Center is dedicated to positively impacting community health.
- **Work Environment:** Join a supportive team with access to cutting-edge technology and a strong network of referrals and consult relationships.