Pain Medicine, Pain Management Specialist Physician

Job Description

Sentara is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Non-Interventional Pain Management Physician specializing in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) to join our team. The ideal candidate will focus on diagnosing, managing, and treating patients with chronic pain and musculoskeletal disorders using a multidisciplinary approach. This role emphasizes functional restoration, rehabilitation, and non-surgical pain relief strategies to improve patients' quality of life.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, including medical history reviews, physical examinations, and diagnostic assessments.
• Develop and implement personalized pain management plans, incorporating physical therapy, rehabilitation programs, medication management, lifestyle modifications, and referral for interventional procedures when indicated .
• Coordinate and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including physical therapists, occupational therapists, and other healthcare providers, to optimize patient outcomes.
• Provide education to patients on pain management strategies, posture correction, exercise regimens, and ergonomic modifications.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary to achieve optimal pain relief and functional improvement.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
• Stay informed on advancements in pain management and rehabilitation medicine to continuously enhance patient care.

Practice setup:

Hospital based pain management practice. Will join Interventional pain physician.

• Hours/Schedule/EMR - 8-4:30pm
• Call - No call
• Patient volume - Clinic 8am-12:00pm, 1pm-4:00pm (30 and 15 minute slots, so patient volume can vary based on visit type)
• Location(s) - Sentara Careplex Hospital - Medical Arts Building Hampton, Va.
• Support (APPs, other support staff) - No APP's, Interventional Pain Management Provider, clinical staff

The Many Benefits of Working for Sentara Medical Group

• Provides an option to primary care and specialty physicians interested in an alternative to private or independent practice.
• Seeks to increase personal satisfaction, improve the quality of work-life and create favorable financial conditions for physician members in a family-friendly environment.
• Encourages professional growth and community involvement with opportunities in clinical research, leadership and governance.

Core Benefits with Sentara Medical Group
(for both full and part time physicians)

• Competitive compensation
• Generous CME allowance
• Paid malpractice
• Health insurance plans
• 403B plan with matching benefits

Education

• DLD/MD (Required)

Certification/Licensure

• Medical Doctor State License (Required)
• DEA (Required)

Experience

• Physician Residency (Required)
• Residency and board certification must be in area of specialty. Board eligible physicians will be considered. Certification must be obtained within 4 years of eligibility.

Sentara Medical Group is working to raise the standard for healthcare by p roviding quality care throughout, Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina

Sentara Medical Group (SMG) is a division of Sentara Healthcare, one of the most progressive and integrated healthcare organizations in the nation. Created in 1995 to optimize patient access by expanding Sentara's geographical reach, SMG averages over 1.5 million patient encounters per year.

Comprised of over 1,500 Physicians &, Advanced Practice Providers, SMG has its own board of directors and other self-governing capabilities. Sentara gives SMG providers many benefits, including reduced individual risks, money-saving efficiencies, and the support and resources of a nationally recognized healthcare organization. The most important benefit, however, is Sentara's reputation as the gold standard for quality healthcare.

In addition to family medicine, internal medicine and pediatric physicians, the group includes specialists in cardiology, surgery, surgical oncology, vascular services, neurology, pulmonary and critical care medicine, anesthesiology, hospital medicine, sleep medicine and more. Specialty groups at Sentara Medical Group.

Sentara Medical Group also continues to evaluate and invest in cutting-edge technology and the incorporation of the latest advancements in patient care. The Sentara app was launched in 2019, complementing Sentara MyChart , an online tool that provides patients with secure access to their physician and electronic medical record.

Sentara Healthcare At-A-Glance:

• 12 Acute Care Hospitals, Including 7 in Hampton Roads, 1 in Northern Virginia, 2 in the Blue Ridge Region, one in South Western Virginia and one in Northeastern North Carolina.
• Advanced Imaging Centers, Nursing and Assisted-Living Centers, Outpatient Campuses.
• Home Care and Hospice in, Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina.
• Optima Health Plan.
• Sentara College of Health Sciences.
• Not-for-profit mission.

National Recognitions:

• Top CMS Ratings : Eight Sentara hospitals earned 4- or 5-star ratings in the 2024 CMS Overall Hospital Quality Star Ratings, exceeding the national 3-star average.
• DNV Accreditation : All Sentara hospitals meet rigorous standards for quality and clinical best practices.
• Forbes Recognition : Named one of America s Best-In-State Employers (2024).
• LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality : All hospitals received High Performer designation from the Human Rights Campaign (2024).
• Leapfrog Safety Grades : 11 hospitals earned A or B grades for Fall 2024, recognizing exceptional patient safety.
• Magnet Recognition : 10 Sentara hospitals have earned Magnet Recognition Program designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
• Newsweek Recognition : Five hospitals ranked in Best-In-State Hospitals 2025 .
• Veteran Support : Proud V3-certified employer since 2013, committed to recruiting and retaining military veterans.