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Physiatry/Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician

watertown, NY

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Job description

Position Summary:

The physician will review medical records, conduct detailed TBI evaluations, assess residual functional impairments, and complete VA-required documentation. No prescribing, treatment planning, or follow-up care is required.

Responsibilities:

Perform comprehensive Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Compensation & Pension (C&P) examinations.

Review Veterans' medical records, imaging, and supporting documentation prior to evaluations.

Assess cognitive, emotional, behavioral, neurological, and physical residuals related to TBI.

Complete VA Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) accurately and thoroughly.

Prepare timely, objective, and detailed medical reports.

Maintain compliance with VA standards, HIPAA, and applicable state and federal regulations.

Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to ensure timely submission of completed evaluations.

Required Qualifications:

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

Board Certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (Physiatry)

Active, unrestricted medical license in the state of practice.

Excellent clinical assessment and documentation skills.

Benefits:

Competitive compensation

Flexible scheduling (Full-Time, Part-Time, or PRN)

No on-call responsibilities

No prescribing or ongoing patient management

Administrative support provided

DirectShifts is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Your Right to Work

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

Worksite address

watertown, NY, 13601, US

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