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Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician
Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Physiatry/Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Part-Time/Contract
Work Environment Hospital Clinic/Private Practice
Location 95065-1717, Santa Cruz, California, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 6/12/24
Overview

Coastal California

Hospital and Office Based Practice with CARF Certification

Dignity Health Medical Group – Dominican ([Register to View] ) is seeking a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) (Physiatry) physician in Santa Cruz, CA to join our mixed office-based and hospital-based practice consisting of 20 acute rehabilitation beds which is CARF certified, in addition to a bustling consult service. Our Group is a physician led, patient centered organization. We're affiliated with Dominican Hospital ([Register to View] ), aligned with one of the largest nonprofit health systems in the nation and the largest hospital system in California.
Practice Highlights:
  • Humankindness culture that treats you as a person, not a number
  • Collegial and autonomous work environment
  • Emphasis on high quality of care over quantity
  • Mixed practice including hospital and office-based practice with opportunities for growth in both
  • Only practice in Santa Cruz seeing General Rehabilitation patients
  • 1:4 hospital call
  • Teaching opportunity to precept advanced practice providers and future residents
Requirements:
  • Proficient in seeing patients in the Acute Rehabilitation Unit and providing consulting services in hospital
  • Proficient in both inpatient & outpatient settings
  • Inpatient schedule: minimum one week per month
Available Resources:
  • Mentorship: from established and newer physicians in the group
  • Dedicated MA team for efficient workflow
Compensation*/Benefits Include:
  • Shareholder opportunity
  • Excellent earning potential, including a salary guarantee period of $316,600/year and productivity bonus
  • Sign on bonus and relocation assistance
  • Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans and CME allowance

*This is a reasonable estimate that we in good faith believe we will pay for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less as permitted by law.


Responsibilities

Patient Care:

  • Diagnose and treat various medical conditions.
  • Develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans.
  • Conduct thorough medical examinations and histories.

Communication:

  • Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
  • Provide clear and concise medical information.
  • Foster a collaborative and patient-centered approach to healthcare.

Documentation:

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
  • Document medical findings, diagnoses, and treatment plans.
  • Ensure compliance with coding and billing regulations.

Diagnostic Procedures:

  • Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as lab work and imaging.
  • Perform procedures as needed
  • Collaborate with specialists for further diagnostic evaluation.

Team Collaboration:

  • Collaborate with nurses, specialists, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case discussions.
  • Provide consultative services to other healthcare providers.

Quality Improvement:

  • Participate in quality assurance and improvement initiatives.
  • Review and analyze clinical outcomes for continuous improvement.
  • Implement changes to enhance patient care and safety.

Compliance:

  • Adhere to ethical and legal standards in medical practice.
  • Stay informed about healthcare regulations and compliance requirements.
  • Participate in quality audits to ensure adherence to standards.

Continuous Learning:

  • Stay abreast of medical advancements and best practices.
  • Participate in ongoing medical education and training.
  • Contribute to the development of clinical protocols and guidelines.

Qualifications
  • A valid and unrestricted California medical license
  • Board eligible or board certified in specified area of medical specialty (ABMS or AOA)
  • Completion of an accredited post-graduate training program

Pay Range
151.9230 /hour