BAPTIST HEALTH REHABILITATION HOSPITAL

Encompass Health and Baptist Health are partnering to open a brand new, freestanding inpatient rehabilitation hospital in Louisville. Construction is underway and expected to open in summer 2024 with 40 beds. We are seeking an experienced PM&R physician to lead the way with cutting edge technology and high-quality care.

OPPORTUNITY HIGHLIGHTS

The PM&R Medical Director role is an important leadership position that integrates both administrative direction and daily patient care. We are seeking an experienced physician with an interest in growing a practice to serve the patients of Louisville.

• Medical Director Stipend paid monthly
• Average patient caseload of 15-20
• Independent physician model with high earnings potential
• Flexible daily schedule
• Subspecialty consultants
• Encompass Health marketing teams to build census

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

Exciting Louisville KY! Louisville is more than bourbon and horses, although those are enticing reasons alone to consider this unique city. Whether you're looking for historic charm, local hangs, urban parks or a bustling downtown - you'll find a neighborhood in Louisville to fit your style. Consistently rated as a top go-to city, Louisville has a beautiful four-season climate for sports and outdoor enthusiasts. Each year, horse enthusiasts hoof it to Louisville and Churchill Downs, the legendary home of the Kentucky Derby. In addition to equestrian activities and bluegrass roots, Louisville boasts a range of exciting attractions. Stroll through Central Park, in the historic district, to people-watch and get a real feel for the city. Visit other nearby parks for hiking, biking and fossil finding. Baseball fans will love the Louisville Slugger Museum, a celebration of the sport's legends. The museum is easy to spot, just look for the humongous bat that leans against the building. Then close out the day visiting one of the city's famed distilleries, where you can sample some of Kentucky's finest bourbon.

Horses and bourbons not your thing? Louisville has arts and theatre as well as an unmatched restaurant scene. Louisville is brimming with rich history, art of all kinds, and architecture that's not to be missed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• MD or DO with state medical license or willingness to obtain state license
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
• Acute Inpatient rehabilitation hospital experience required
• Patient-centered commitment to excellence
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills

WHY SET UP A PRACTICE AT AN ENCOMPASS HEALTH HOSPITAL?

• High Income potential
• High patient volumes
• Flexible schedule
• Marketing teams build census for your practice
• Newest rehabilitation technology