Physiatrist vs director of sports medicine

Differences between physiatrist and director of sports medicine duties and responsibilities

Physiatrist example responsibilities.

• Monitor and manage patient medical records in compliance with HIPPA.
• Provide physical medicine and rehabilitation services under the direct supervision of orthopedic surgeons.
• Work closely with CNO to improve morale of staff.
• Evaluate complex test results to ensure patient diagnosis is comprehensive and accurate.
• Work closely with attorneys and physicians in scheduling patients for refer treatment and for depositions.
• Work predominantly with patients suffering with arthritis pain, back pain, leg pain, migraines, etc.
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Director of sports medicine example responsibilities.

• Assist with managing daily facility operations, including patient care, staff supervision and logistical oversight.
• Direct and coordinate the policies, objectives, initiatives, and programs for the delivery of specialize psychological services to patients.
• Develop community outreach centers to provide outpatient counseling services for adult and adolescent patients with dual diagnosis.
• Unblemish record from several FDA audits representing exceptional levels of quality, subject safety and data integrity.
• Provide nursing oversight and nursing care and medical management for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.