PM&R Physician (Physiatrist), (M67413)
Apply NowCompany: Virginia Commonwealth University
Location: Mc Farland, CA 93250
Description:
Mission or Goal of Unit: Provide rehabilitation leadership to theCommonwealth of Virginia with the goal of improving the quality of life forindividuals with disabilities by maximizing independence in living skills andemployment activities through innovative education, evidence-based research,and outcome-focused patient care.
Chief Purpose of this position: The chief purpose ofthis position is to advance the patient care, research and teaching missions ofPM&R through direct patient care in the hospital / clinic, the conducting ofclinical research, and training of residents, medical students, and othertrainees.
Position Responsibilities:
Clinical: Primary clinical responsibilities include TBI inpatient rehabilitation and outpatient clinics, to include spasticity clinic and periodic weekend first call and overnight second call duties
While the clinical focus is on TBI, this position will also serve patients with concussion, stroke, and a wide range of other neurological conditions
Work collaboratively with hospital unit and ambulatory clinic staff in serving PM&R patients
As appropriate, serves as an ex-officio member of committees in the facility, giving guidance and assistance when needed
Be responsible for the enforcement of the Hospital Medical Staff By-laws and rules, and regulations. Follow faculty medical staff bylaws
Reports directly to the VCU PM&R Vice Chair for Inpatient Rehabilitation / SAI Chief Medical Officer and meet the needs of the Department as defined by the Department Chairperson and Department leadership
Ensure that medical records are reviewed to determine appropriate patient care and regulations for all governing agencies
Be available to contact the responsible attending physician regarding matters of concern related to the care of patients
Meet with facility physicians, management staff, and Departmental chairpersons to facilitate daily interdepartmental working relationships as requested by the Department Chair
Assist the billing professionals in the preparation of appropriate charges for the medical services rendered and in the review of non-reimbursed billings. Meet VCUHS documentation and coding guidelines. Attend required training
Assist in the establishment of referral sources for the Department
Teaching: Assist in the supervision of residents, fellows, and other learners in the environment
Participate in the orientation of each group of house staff and students to the Rehabilitation program.
Assist in establishing the core curriculum, including a list of reading material for house staff and students
Assist in the evaluation of the house staff and students assigned to the facilities after each rotation
Research: Participate in research activities of interest to the clinician, as well as support ongoing and new projects as appropriate in the context of clinical care
Service: Participate in University and Department committees as requested
Contribute to the field of Physiatry overall through professional organizations
Other (for instance, administrative duties, etc.): Represent the Department in official meetings as requested
Attend scheduled Grand Rounds and staff conferences, as well as lectures upon occasion as requested
Maintain practice credentials and completion of education as required by the hospital, university, and state practice organization
Required Qualifications: MD or DO degree or equivalent and board certification in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU
Effective oral and written communication and leadership skills
Strong clinical and academic credentials
Demonstrated ability to establish clinical initiatives
Preferred Qualifications:
Completion of a Brain Injury Fellowship
Teaching experience at the resident and medical student level.
Interest and experience in research
Position Type: Clinical
Full time equivalent: 1.0
Tenure: Ineligible
Rank: Open
Months: 12
Department:Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Salary: Commensurate
Contact Information:
Contact Name: Rebecca Green
Contact Email: Rebecca.Green@vcuhealth.org
Chief Purpose of this position: The chief purpose ofthis position is to advance the patient care, research and teaching missions ofPM&R through direct patient care in the hospital / clinic, the conducting ofclinical research, and training of residents, medical students, and othertrainees.
Position Responsibilities:
Clinical: Primary clinical responsibilities include TBI inpatient rehabilitation and outpatient clinics, to include spasticity clinic and periodic weekend first call and overnight second call duties
While the clinical focus is on TBI, this position will also serve patients with concussion, stroke, and a wide range of other neurological conditions
Work collaboratively with hospital unit and ambulatory clinic staff in serving PM&R patients
As appropriate, serves as an ex-officio member of committees in the facility, giving guidance and assistance when needed
Be responsible for the enforcement of the Hospital Medical Staff By-laws and rules, and regulations. Follow faculty medical staff bylaws
Reports directly to the VCU PM&R Vice Chair for Inpatient Rehabilitation / SAI Chief Medical Officer and meet the needs of the Department as defined by the Department Chairperson and Department leadership
Ensure that medical records are reviewed to determine appropriate patient care and regulations for all governing agencies
Be available to contact the responsible attending physician regarding matters of concern related to the care of patients
Meet with facility physicians, management staff, and Departmental chairpersons to facilitate daily interdepartmental working relationships as requested by the Department Chair
Assist the billing professionals in the preparation of appropriate charges for the medical services rendered and in the review of non-reimbursed billings. Meet VCUHS documentation and coding guidelines. Attend required training
Assist in the establishment of referral sources for the Department
Teaching: Assist in the supervision of residents, fellows, and other learners in the environment
Participate in the orientation of each group of house staff and students to the Rehabilitation program.
Assist in establishing the core curriculum, including a list of reading material for house staff and students
Assist in the evaluation of the house staff and students assigned to the facilities after each rotation
Research: Participate in research activities of interest to the clinician, as well as support ongoing and new projects as appropriate in the context of clinical care
Service: Participate in University and Department committees as requested
Contribute to the field of Physiatry overall through professional organizations
Other (for instance, administrative duties, etc.): Represent the Department in official meetings as requested
Attend scheduled Grand Rounds and staff conferences, as well as lectures upon occasion as requested
Maintain practice credentials and completion of education as required by the hospital, university, and state practice organization
Required Qualifications: MD or DO degree or equivalent and board certification in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU
Effective oral and written communication and leadership skills
Strong clinical and academic credentials
Demonstrated ability to establish clinical initiatives
Preferred Qualifications:
Completion of a Brain Injury Fellowship
Teaching experience at the resident and medical student level.
Interest and experience in research
Position Type: Clinical
Full time equivalent: 1.0
Tenure: Ineligible
Rank: Open
Months: 12
Department:Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Salary: Commensurate
Contact Information:
Contact Name: Rebecca Green
Contact Email: Rebecca.Green@vcuhealth.org