Physiatrist / Pain Management Physician – Post-Acute Care - Queens, NY
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Job description
Physiatrist / Pain Management Physician (MD/DO)
Post-Acute Care | Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Facilities
Location: Far Rockaway, Queens, NY
Schedule: Full-Time or Part-Time | Flexible | No Nights or Weekends
About the Role
Medley Health is seeking a compassionate, motivated Physician to join our growing post-acute care team. In this role, you'll provide on-site physiatry and pain management services across skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers, working independently while partnering closely with interdisciplinary teams to help patients regain function, improve mobility, and manage pain effectively.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive physiatry and rehabilitation evaluations and follow-up visits in SNF and rehab settings
- Diagnose and manage musculoskeletal, neurologic, and functional limitations common in post-acute patients
- Develop individualized treatment plans focused on functional restoration, mobility goals, and pain management
- Coordinate care with PT, OT, and speech therapy plans of care
- Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as clinically appropriate
- Complete accurate and timely documentation of assessments and progress notes
- Communicate recommendations to facility clinical teams and support discharge planning as needed
Qualifications
- MD or DO, Board Certified or Board Eligible in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) preferred; candidates with strong pain management, MSK, or rehab medicine experience will also be considered
- Active New York State medical license
- Experience in post-acute care, rehabilitation, or pain management preferred
- Ability to work autonomously and manage a patient caseload across facilities
- Strong clinical judgment, documentation, and collaboration skills
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation aligned with credentials, experience, and schedule
- Flexible schedule with a high level of autonomy
- No nights, no weekends
- Paid time off
- Malpractice insurance coverage
- Laptop provided
- Strong administrative support and streamlined scheduling
- Collaborative environment with nursing and therapy teams
Why Join Medley Health?
At Medley Health, you'll be part of a team improving outcomes where it matters most: helping patients recover function and live with less pain. We give our physicians the structure, autonomy, and work-life balance they need to focus on high-quality patient care.
Job Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive physiatry and rehabilitation evaluations and follow-up visits in skilled nursing and rehabilitation settings
Diagnose and manage musculoskeletal, neurologic, and functional limitations common in post-acute populations
Develop and manage individualized treatment plans focused on:
Functional restoration and mobility goals
Pain management strategies
Coordination with PT, OT, and ST plans of care
Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as clinically appropriate
Document assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes accurately and in a timely manner
Communicate recommendations clearly to facility clinical teams and assist with discharge planning when needed
Qualifications
MD required
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) strongly preferred
Active New York medical license required
Experience in post-acute care, rehabilitation, pain management, musculoskeletal care, or related settings preferred
Strong clinical judgment, documentation, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills
Ability to work independently