Physician (Regular Ft) - Physiatrist

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Duties include but are not limited to:

• General competence in musculoskeletal evaluation and management to include recommendations for further testing, treatment and surgery.
• General competence in a variety of EMG, NCS and other diagnostic studies of nerves, muscles, bones and vessels as needed to evaluate and manage Veteran's needs.
• Expertise or willingness to acquire expertise in the management of acute and chronic pain conditions with coordination of care with Primary Care Providers, Physical Therapists/Occupational Therapists, Behavioral Therapists and other Mental Health professionals within the context of the Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) model.
• Specific competence in the diagnosis and management of Traumatic Brain Injury(TBI) disorders including certification for TBI exams in C&P, Seamless Transition, and consultations.
• Performs the role of SCI provider and assists the SCI team in providing care to Veterans with spinal cord injury.
• Serve as a consultant to CLC providers to manage inpatient rehab unit.
• In addition to providing direct patient care, incumbent also provides patient and family education, staff education, and consults and collaborates with other health care providers.
• Evaluates programs and/or service activities using professional standard of care and practice, and adheres to the requirements of Saginaw VAMC and GEC standards.
• Participates in the planning and implementation of Performance Improvement/Quality Management programs, including CARF Accreditation.
• Involved in formulating and implementing general policies, procedures, standards and goals and objectives for GEC that are consistent with, and support the mission of Saginaw VAMC and VISN 10.
• May be asked to participate in facility special projects and teach Medical Residents from Central Michigan University College of Medicine and other facility affiliates as well as other Clinical Programs.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm