Physical Medicine and Rehab Physician Knoxville, TN

Job description

Physical Medicine and Rehab Physician Knoxville, TN
$200 - $250/hour

We are looking for a PM&R Physician to join our inpatient group at a Rehab Hospital in Knoxville, TN. We are seeking a compassionate provider to be our go-to person for ensuring the best patient care possible in our Rehab Hospital. We have a very busy, state of the art Rehab Hospital, that opened less than 2 years ago with a dedicated TBI unit. Our inpatient census runs in the high 40’s to 50 and ramping quickly. We need a physician that is interested in working full time, providing high quality care for our inpatient census. This job opportunity could also involve a program directorship role if needed. It is a Monday thru Friday schedule with assistance with APP, full inpatient team, and scribe support. There is an opportunity for growth and possibilities to build an outpatient program if the candidate is interested.
Responsibilities:
• History and Physical Exams- Examine patients and their medical records, pertinent documents/imaging/labs/test
• Order and study diagnostic tests (blood tests, X-rays etc.)
• Review and approve rehabilitation care plans as needed
• Actively participate in interdisciplinary team and patient care conferences
• Diagnosis, management and treatment of acute episodic illnesses and stable chronic conditions, evaluation of current therapies, health maintenance, health promotion, illness prevention education and counseling, and management of urgent care matters
• Write referrals and consult other physicians for comprehensive patient care
• Maintain accurate records and schedules- Establishes and maintains a system for tracking and coordinating the designated patient caseload and their progress throughout the entire acute or chronic episode of care
• Inform patients about their health conditions and prescribed medications
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