Physiatry PM&R MD or Physiatry PM&R NP/PA

Job Description

Job Description

Physiatry PM&R MD or Physiatry PM&R NP/PA

Medical Director Services PC is seeking to hire either a Physiatry PM&R Physician (MD/DO) or a Physiatry PM&R Nurse Practitioner (NP) / Physician Assistant (PA) to provide care at skilled nursing facilities in the Bronx and Brooklyn, NY area .

Prior skilled nursing or hospital experience is a plus.

Competitive salary will be offered, commensurate with experience.

Position Overview

The selected provider will serve as a key clinical leader delivering physiatry-focused care to short- and long-term residents. This role emphasizes physical medicine and rehabilitation, functional improvement, pain management, and reducing unnecessary hospitalizations.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive physiatry and medical care to residents in a skilled nursing facility

• Conduct physical examinations upon admission and on an ongoing/as-needed basis

• Assess functional status, mobility, pain levels, and rehabilitation needs

• Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based rehabilitation and treatment plans

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including nursing staff, therapists, and specialists

• Participate in care planning, discharge planning, and medical service development

• Educate residents and families on care plans, rehabilitation goals, and treatment options

• Prescribe, evaluate, and adjust medications responsibly

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations

• Maintain accurate, timely documentation

• Support staff education and assist with regulatory survey readiness

Requirements

For Physician (MD/DO):

• Active New York medical license

• Board certification or eligibility in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) preferred

• Current DEA registration in good standing

• Skilled nursing or post-acute care experience preferred

OR

For NP/PA Candidates:

• Master’s degree from an accredited NP or PA program

• Active New York NP/PA license

• Board certification (or eligibility)

• Interest or experience in physiatry, rehabilitation, or post-acute care preferred

Qualifications for All Candidates

• Strong clinical skills in musculoskeletal and neurological conditions

• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team

• Excellent communication and bedside manner

• Cultural awareness and sensitivity to diverse patient populations

Extensive training will be provided for NP/PA candidates.

Salary:

NP/PA is 120,000-150,000

MD is 220,000-500,000

About Us

Medical Director Services PC was founded in 2016 to support skilled nursing facilities in delivering high-quality, value-based care to higher-acuity patients. We emphasize clinical excellence, strong collaboration, and treating patients in place whenever possible to reduce unnecessary hospitalizations.