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Physiatrist PMR Physican for the VA in Seattle and Tacoma WA
Woodstock, Georgia, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Physiatry/Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Permanent/Full-Time
Work Environment
Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC)
Academic/Training Program
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Washington, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
5/31/17
Physician PM&R (Physiatrist)
VA at American Lake and Seattle Divisions
Summary:
PM&R Physician to perform EMG's for a large pain group. Board certification in PMR and in Electro diagnostic Medicine preferred. Looking for a motivated producer able to handle a large volume on a daily The provider will be a physician with specialty in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) with interest in Neurorehabilitation and skills in the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic conditions that result in spine and musculoskeletal pain. Physician may also be required to participate in provision of Electrodiagnostic services (EMG), Cervical, Thoracic, and Lumbosacral spinal injections, and Rehabilitation consults. Patient population requiring services may include patients primarily referred to our outpatient clinics for treatment of musculoskeletal and spine disorders. Population may also include those with neurological disorders, amputations, chronic pain, and other medical conditions requiring rehabilitation.
Board Certification:
• American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
• American Board of Electro diagnostic Medicine
Position Responsibilities:
• Examine patients to obtain information about their physical condition.
• Interpret diagnostic test results for deviations from normal.
• Perform EMG diagnostics and accurately relaying results for patients.
• Make diagnoses and decisions about management and treatment of patients.
• Obtain, compile and record patient medical data, including health history, progress notes and results of physical examination
• Order diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, and laboratory tests.
• Prescribe therapy or medication
• Set plan of care for patients
• Perform therapeutic procedures, such as injections, immunizations, suturing and wound care, trigger point injections, and infection management.
• Instruct and counsel patients about prescribed therapeutic regimens, normal findings, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance.
• Perform appropriate surgery or complicated medical procedures.
• Address messages regarding patient problems, and/or med refills. Dictate such orders to Medical Assistant
• Complete procedure notes or dictations
• Consent approvals
• Strength exams and/or medication refills for procedure patients
Essential Skills and Experience:
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• The following requirements are representative of the knowledge, skills, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
To be considered for this position please submit you most recent CV/resume for consideration
VA position, great opportunity
VA at American Lake and Seattle Divisions
Summary:
PM&R Physician to perform EMG's for a large pain group. Board certification in PMR and in Electro diagnostic Medicine preferred. Looking for a motivated producer able to handle a large volume on a daily The provider will be a physician with specialty in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) with interest in Neurorehabilitation and skills in the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic conditions that result in spine and musculoskeletal pain. Physician may also be required to participate in provision of Electrodiagnostic services (EMG), Cervical, Thoracic, and Lumbosacral spinal injections, and Rehabilitation consults. Patient population requiring services may include patients primarily referred to our outpatient clinics for treatment of musculoskeletal and spine disorders. Population may also include those with neurological disorders, amputations, chronic pain, and other medical conditions requiring rehabilitation.
Board Certification:
• American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
• American Board of Electro diagnostic Medicine
Position Responsibilities:
• Examine patients to obtain information about their physical condition.
• Interpret diagnostic test results for deviations from normal.
• Perform EMG diagnostics and accurately relaying results for patients.
• Make diagnoses and decisions about management and treatment of patients.
• Obtain, compile and record patient medical data, including health history, progress notes and results of physical examination
• Order diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, and laboratory tests.
• Prescribe therapy or medication
• Set plan of care for patients
• Perform therapeutic procedures, such as injections, immunizations, suturing and wound care, trigger point injections, and infection management.
• Instruct and counsel patients about prescribed therapeutic regimens, normal findings, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance.
• Perform appropriate surgery or complicated medical procedures.
• Address messages regarding patient problems, and/or med refills. Dictate such orders to Medical Assistant
• Complete procedure notes or dictations
• Consent approvals
• Strength exams and/or medication refills for procedure patients
Essential Skills and Experience:
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• The following requirements are representative of the knowledge, skills, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
To be considered for this position please submit you most recent CV/resume for consideration
VA position, great opportunity