Physiatrist job description
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Example physiatrist requirements on a job description
Physiatrist requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in physiatrist job postings.
Sample physiatrist requirements
- Medical Degree
- Completion of residency program in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
- Board certification in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
- Current medical license in state of practice
- Ability to operate medical equipment and technology related to the field
Sample required physiatrist soft skills
- Strong communication skills to explain complex medical information to patients and their families
- Ability to work well in a team environment with other medical professionals and support staff
- Excellent problem-solving skills to identify and treat patient conditions
- Compassion and empathy for patients who may be experiencing physical and emotional challenges
- Strong organizational skills to manage patient records and schedules
Physiatrist job description example 1
Adventist HealthCare physiatrist job description
Adventist Rehabilitation - Rockville
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Candidates must be BC/BE in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and preferably have at least 2 years of experience. Clinical responsibilities include PM&R consultation, inpatient and outpatient services at our acute care hospital. Approximately 80% inpatient and 20% outpatient. Traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, strokes, amputations, orthopedic injuries and surgeries, sports related injuries, work-related injuries, cardiopulmonary conditions and neurological disorders. See approximately 15 patients/day. Candidate will display leadership characteristics and the ability to move into a director role as the position progresses. The ability to share in the inpatient call coverage, one in every four weekends is required.
Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday
COVID-19 Vaccination
Adventist HealthCare requires all applicants to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 before commencing employment. Applicants may be required to furnish proof of vaccination and, if offered, may elect to be vaccinated at an designated Adventist HealthCare location.
Tobacco and Drug Statement
Tobacco use is a well-recognized preventable cause of death in the United States and an important public health issue. In order to promote and maintain a healthy work environment, Adventist HealthCare will not hire applicants for employment who either state that they are nicotine users or who test positive for nicotine and drug use.
While some jurisdictions, including Maryland, permit the use of marijuana for medical purposes, marijuana continues to be classified as an illegal drug under the federal Controlled Substances Act. As a result, medical marijuana use will not be accepted as a valid explanation for a positive drug test result.
Adventist HealthCare will withdraw offers of employment to applicants who test positive for Cotinine (nicotine) and marijuana. Those testing positive are given the opportunity to re-apply in 90 days, if they can truthfully attest that they have not used any nicotine products in the past ninety (90) days and successfully pass follow-up testing.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Adventist HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to attracting, engaging, and developing the best people to cultivate our mission-centric culture. Our goal is to have a welcoming, equitable, and safe place to work and grow for all employees, no matter their background. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Adventist HealthCare will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities, in accordance with applicable law. Adventist HealthCare is a religious organization as defined under applicable law; however, it will endeavor to provide reasonable accommodations for applicants' religious beliefs.
Applicants who wish to request accommodations for disabilities or religious belief should contact the Support Center HR Office.
If you are a current Adventist HealthCare employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account.
Candidates must be BC/BE in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, and preferably have at least 2 years of experience. Clinical responsibilities include PM&R consultation, inpatient and outpatient services at our acute care hospital. Approximately 80% inpatient and 20% outpatient. Traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, strokes, amputations, orthopedic injuries and surgeries, sports related injuries, work-related injuries, cardiopulmonary conditions and neurological disorders. See approximately 15 patients/day. Candidate will display leadership characteristics and the ability to move into a director role as the position progresses. The ability to share in the inpatient call coverage, one in every four weekends is required.
Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday
COVID-19 Vaccination
Adventist HealthCare requires all applicants to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 before commencing employment. Applicants may be required to furnish proof of vaccination and, if offered, may elect to be vaccinated at an designated Adventist HealthCare location.
Tobacco and Drug Statement
Tobacco use is a well-recognized preventable cause of death in the United States and an important public health issue. In order to promote and maintain a healthy work environment, Adventist HealthCare will not hire applicants for employment who either state that they are nicotine users or who test positive for nicotine and drug use.
While some jurisdictions, including Maryland, permit the use of marijuana for medical purposes, marijuana continues to be classified as an illegal drug under the federal Controlled Substances Act. As a result, medical marijuana use will not be accepted as a valid explanation for a positive drug test result.
Adventist HealthCare will withdraw offers of employment to applicants who test positive for Cotinine (nicotine) and marijuana. Those testing positive are given the opportunity to re-apply in 90 days, if they can truthfully attest that they have not used any nicotine products in the past ninety (90) days and successfully pass follow-up testing.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Adventist HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to attracting, engaging, and developing the best people to cultivate our mission-centric culture. Our goal is to have a welcoming, equitable, and safe place to work and grow for all employees, no matter their background. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Adventist HealthCare will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities, in accordance with applicable law. Adventist HealthCare is a religious organization as defined under applicable law; however, it will endeavor to provide reasonable accommodations for applicants' religious beliefs.
Applicants who wish to request accommodations for disabilities or religious belief should contact the Support Center HR Office.
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Physiatrist job description example 2
Mayo Clinic physiatrist job description
Why Mayo Clinic
Join the authority in medicine and partner with the nation's best hospital (U.S. News & World Report 2022-2023), ranked #1 in more specialties than any other care provider. At Mayo Clinic, we believe there is a better path to healing that humanizes the practice of health care and inspires hope in the people who need it most. You will be part of an amazing diverse team committed to solving the most serious and complex medical challenges - one patient at a time.
Mayo Clinic offers a variety of employee benefits. For additional information please visit Mayo Clinic Benefits. Eligibility may vary.
Position description
The Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Mayo Clinic in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, is seeking a Physiatrist to join our practice.
Candidates must be board-eligible or board-certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. This position will support the clinical care of patients primarily in the outpatient setting with the opportunity for inpatient consultations, if desired, as well as teaching and research. The department is seeking an individual with a demonstrated interest in cancer rehabilitation. Fellowship training in cancer rehabilitation is preferred.
The department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation consists of nine board certified Physiatrists. We have a busy outpatient practice with a wide breadth of subspecialties. In line with Arizona Bold Forward, the Physiatry practice is expanding to meet the growing needs and demands of our patient population. We have subspecialty development in Sports Medicine, Regenerative Medicine, Spine Rehabilitation, Cancer Rehabilitation and look to grow Neurosciences. Our experienced physical and occupational therapy practice offers specialized certification in the following: Orthopedics, Sports Medicine, Geriatric, Neurology, Lymphedema and Hand Therapy.
There are several practice locations including: the main Scottsdale Clinic, three clinics at the Phoenix hospital campus and Sports Medicine in Tempe. In 2023, there will be an expansion on the Phoenix Campus offering an additional multi-disciplinary clinic. Hallmarks of our practice include collegial relationships across disciplines, a well-recognized multi-specialty care model and a philosophy that the needs of the patient come first.
License or certification
Eligible for medical licensure in the state of Arizona. Board-Eligible or Board-Certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.
Benefits eligible
Yes
Schedule
Full Time
International Assignment
No
Site description
Over the next four years, Mayo Clinic is making significant investments in both the physical and technological future of health care, through doubling the size of the Mayo Clinic campus in Phoenix, inclusive of practice, education, and research activities. Mayo Clinic's campuses in Arizona are located in Phoenix and Scottsdale, in the beautiful Sonoran Desert. The region is known as the Valley of the Sun, a metropolitan area with more than 4 million residents in 25 cities and towns.
With Phoenix being the fifth largest city in the nation, this sunny "desert metropolis" offers the amenities of a big city in the midst of a strikingly beautiful, rugged, southwest landscape.
Scottsdale frequently earns praise as a highly desirable place to live. The city's more than 200,000 residents enjoy a vibrant mix of culinary hot spots, arts and entertainment, professional and collegiate sports teams, and community resources. The region's desert climate promotes an outdoor lifestyle with a full complement of sports and recreation.
Recruiter
Ryan Brunner
EOE
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.
Join the authority in medicine and partner with the nation's best hospital (U.S. News & World Report 2022-2023), ranked #1 in more specialties than any other care provider. At Mayo Clinic, we believe there is a better path to healing that humanizes the practice of health care and inspires hope in the people who need it most. You will be part of an amazing diverse team committed to solving the most serious and complex medical challenges - one patient at a time.
Mayo Clinic offers a variety of employee benefits. For additional information please visit Mayo Clinic Benefits. Eligibility may vary.
Position description
The Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Mayo Clinic in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, is seeking a Physiatrist to join our practice.
Candidates must be board-eligible or board-certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. This position will support the clinical care of patients primarily in the outpatient setting with the opportunity for inpatient consultations, if desired, as well as teaching and research. The department is seeking an individual with a demonstrated interest in cancer rehabilitation. Fellowship training in cancer rehabilitation is preferred.
The department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation consists of nine board certified Physiatrists. We have a busy outpatient practice with a wide breadth of subspecialties. In line with Arizona Bold Forward, the Physiatry practice is expanding to meet the growing needs and demands of our patient population. We have subspecialty development in Sports Medicine, Regenerative Medicine, Spine Rehabilitation, Cancer Rehabilitation and look to grow Neurosciences. Our experienced physical and occupational therapy practice offers specialized certification in the following: Orthopedics, Sports Medicine, Geriatric, Neurology, Lymphedema and Hand Therapy.
There are several practice locations including: the main Scottsdale Clinic, three clinics at the Phoenix hospital campus and Sports Medicine in Tempe. In 2023, there will be an expansion on the Phoenix Campus offering an additional multi-disciplinary clinic. Hallmarks of our practice include collegial relationships across disciplines, a well-recognized multi-specialty care model and a philosophy that the needs of the patient come first.
License or certification
Eligible for medical licensure in the state of Arizona. Board-Eligible or Board-Certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.
Benefits eligible
Yes
Schedule
Full Time
International Assignment
No
Site description
Over the next four years, Mayo Clinic is making significant investments in both the physical and technological future of health care, through doubling the size of the Mayo Clinic campus in Phoenix, inclusive of practice, education, and research activities. Mayo Clinic's campuses in Arizona are located in Phoenix and Scottsdale, in the beautiful Sonoran Desert. The region is known as the Valley of the Sun, a metropolitan area with more than 4 million residents in 25 cities and towns.
With Phoenix being the fifth largest city in the nation, this sunny "desert metropolis" offers the amenities of a big city in the midst of a strikingly beautiful, rugged, southwest landscape.
Scottsdale frequently earns praise as a highly desirable place to live. The city's more than 200,000 residents enjoy a vibrant mix of culinary hot spots, arts and entertainment, professional and collegiate sports teams, and community resources. The region's desert climate promotes an outdoor lifestyle with a full complement of sports and recreation.
Recruiter
Ryan Brunner
EOE
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.
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Physiatrist job description example 3
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta physiatrist job description
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Work Shift
Day
Work Day(s)
Monday-Friday
Shift Start Time
8:00 AM
Shift End Time
5:00 PM
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Being an employee at Children's is more than just protocols and medication rounds-it's knowing when a hug is the most important thing in the world to a child. It's knowing that sometimes laughter really is the best medicine. But, most important, it's giving patients and families exactly the care they need, when they need it.
Job Description
To plan, implement and evaluate the provision of high quality medical care, with appropriate resource management, to children and adolescents in the respective clinical area.
Experience
No minimum experience required
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in respective clinical area
Education
Medical Degree and Pediatric Fellowship
Certification Summary
Board certified or Board certified within five (5) years of the completion of residency or fellowship training
Current, unrestricted license to practice medicine in the state of Georgia
Current DEA registration
BLS / PALS certification is required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients and families and as a team member
Meets eligibility requirements for credentialing as part of the Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Professional Staff
Demonstrates the following skills in accomplishing job duties and responsibilities:
o Personal organization and time management
o Human relations and teamwork
o Personal adaptability
o Personal motivation
o Listening
Job Responsibilities
Provides patient care within the respective clinical area which complies with the Professional Staff Bylaws, rules and regulations and Children's policies and procedures.
Participates in and incorporates Quality Improvement and research findings into practice.
Provides and/or serves as a resource for patient/family and staff education.
Provides an authenticated report of all physician services rendered and maintains accurate and complete records in an acceptable manner.
Completes necessary documentation and ensures communication to facilitate patent care and appropriate reimbursement.
Participates in meetings/activities as required to support operations of the clinical area.
Participates in activities that enhance professional development, complete and maintain certification in BLS and PALS and maintains any additional specialty training/certifications as required by the area assigned.
Performs other responsibilities as required.
Primary Location Address
1001 Johnson Ferry Rd
Job Family
Physician
Work Shift
Day
Work Day(s)
Monday-Friday
Shift Start Time
8:00 AM
Shift End Time
5:00 PM
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Being an employee at Children's is more than just protocols and medication rounds-it's knowing when a hug is the most important thing in the world to a child. It's knowing that sometimes laughter really is the best medicine. But, most important, it's giving patients and families exactly the care they need, when they need it.
Job Description
To plan, implement and evaluate the provision of high quality medical care, with appropriate resource management, to children and adolescents in the respective clinical area.
Experience
No minimum experience required
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in respective clinical area
Education
Medical Degree and Pediatric Fellowship
Certification Summary
Board certified or Board certified within five (5) years of the completion of residency or fellowship training
Current, unrestricted license to practice medicine in the state of Georgia
Current DEA registration
BLS / PALS certification is required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients and families and as a team member
Meets eligibility requirements for credentialing as part of the Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Professional Staff
Demonstrates the following skills in accomplishing job duties and responsibilities:
o Personal organization and time management
o Human relations and teamwork
o Personal adaptability
o Personal motivation
o Listening
Job Responsibilities
Provides patient care within the respective clinical area which complies with the Professional Staff Bylaws, rules and regulations and Children's policies and procedures.
Participates in and incorporates Quality Improvement and research findings into practice.
Provides and/or serves as a resource for patient/family and staff education.
Provides an authenticated report of all physician services rendered and maintains accurate and complete records in an acceptable manner.
Completes necessary documentation and ensures communication to facilitate patent care and appropriate reimbursement.
Participates in meetings/activities as required to support operations of the clinical area.
Participates in activities that enhance professional development, complete and maintain certification in BLS and PALS and maintains any additional specialty training/certifications as required by the area assigned.
Performs other responsibilities as required.
Primary Location Address
1001 Johnson Ferry Rd
Job Family
Physician
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024