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Encompass Health lists this Physiatry/Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician opportunity in albuquerque, New Mexico. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
ENCOMPASS HEALTH REHABILITATION HOSPITAL OF ALBUQUERQUE NM
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Albuquerque NM is seeking an experienced PM&R physician as inpatient Medical Director. This physician will join a well-established and highly regarded hospital in providing the best outcomes for our patients. This 87 bed IRF has disease-specific certifications in Neuro, Stroke, Spine, and Ortho care.
OPPORTUNITY HIGHLIGHTS
We are looking for a full time PM&R Medical Director leader interested in building a practice to serve the Albuquerque community.
Medical Director Stipend
Independent physician model
Self-directed schedule and workflow
High earnings potential
Quality-focused programs
ENCOMPASS HEALTH PM&R MEDICAL DIRECTOR DESCRIPTION
The Medical Director oversees the programmatic quality and integrity of the hospital s rehabilitation services. He/she plays a pivotal role in optimizing the overall clinical care of the hospital while also providing clinical care to patients.
Partner with the CEO to advance the hospital s position as the inpatient rehabilitation hospital of choice in the location service area. Enhance hospital s patient satisfaction rankings to exceed the Encompass Health average and achieve a consistent top 10 clinical ranking.
Establish strong relationships with other specialists in the market area to make them aware of the benefits and the criteria for inpatient rehabilitation. Since a patient s opportunity for inpatient rehabilitation is dependent upon referrals from other specialists and acute care providers, the Medical Director s role in educating other clinicians and developing confidence in the hospital s services is critical to the hospital s success and patient access to appropriate services
Develop a known and visible presence within the hospital with a reputation for being accessible and approachable among the staff, patients and families. Medical Director will be generously compensated for administrative services
PM&R Physician will establish a private practice to include a caseload of medically complex inpatient rehabilitation patients and an outpatient rehabilitation practice if he or she chooses. The Physiatrist will set up a relationship with an independent billing company and retain 100% of his/her own billing and collections. Encompass Health hospitals are extremely busy with high patient volumes Encompass Health has its own well-trained outreach teams that identify appropriate inpatient rehabilitation candidates from surrounding areas
WHERE YOU WILL PRACTICE ALBUQUERQUE NM
Enjoy 310 days of sunshine per year! If you crave some snow, it's only a quick trip away to skiing and snowboarding. Enjoy a diverse and vibrant culture with arts, food, and festivals.
QUALIFICATIONS
MD or DO with state medical license or willingness to obtain state license
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Patient-centered commitment to excellence
Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
2+ years of Hospital-based physiatry experience preferred
WHY ENCOMPASS HEALTH?
High Income Potential
High Patient Volumes
Flexible Schedules
Medicine and specialty support
Worksite address
albuquerque, NM, 87101, US
Who can apply
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