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: 10/30/24
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.