Physician: Associate Chief Medical Officer, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Wheaton, IL

Physician: Associate Chief Medical Officer, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Wheaton, ILNorthwestern Medicine is a growing, nationally recognized health system that provides world-class care at 11 hospitals and more than 200 locations in communities throughout Chicago, the suburbs and northern Illinois. Together with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, we are pushing boundaries in our research labs, training the next generation of physicians and scientists, and pursuing excellence in patient care. Our vision and values are deeply rooted in the idea that patients come first in all we do. We value building relationships with our patients and their families, listening to their unique needs while providing individualized primary, specialty and hospital-based care. Our recent affiliations and ongoing growth make it possible for us to serve more patients, closer to where they live and work. While each of our locations has a unique story, Northwestern Medicine is unified under one mission – Patients First.Northwestern Medicine is seeking an experienced general Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician to join our Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation practice at Northwestern Medicine Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital in Wheaton, IL, located in the west suburbs of Chicago. This role would also collaborate with the inpatient rehabilitation consulting program for Northwestern Medicine's Woodstock Hospital in Woodstock, IL. The Northwestern Medicine team is committed to providing excellent patient care and exceptional patient experiences using models that follow best practices in outpatient and inpatient settings. The medical group offers competitive compensation and benefits within a physician-led work environment.Highlights of the role include:In collaboration with the Chief Medical Officer, leadership of the consultant provider team with responsibility for referral partnership relationships and quality improvement outcomes for consulting servicesProviding timely responses to Physical Medicine & Rehab referrals with initial recommendations around acute rehabConducting on-site and virtual patient consultation visits to assess patients for rehabilitation needs to determine appropriate rehab level of careDetermining if a patient is likely to benefit from intensive, coordinated rehabilitation services and meets the criteria for inpatient rehabilitationEnsuring smooth transitions to post-hospital care, including a likely and realistic discharge plan from an IRF as neededCollaborating with referring physicians to provide expertise and guidance to address the functional and psychosocial needs of their patientsEngaging with insurance companies, including conducting Peer-to-Peer reviews in support of the prior authorization processParticipating in Utilization Management, Quality, and SafetyPolicy & Compliance Management to help create and enforce policies and adherenceCase Management, Quality, and CDI to improved resource use and quality initiatives (discharge to home)Other essential qualities and skills includeTechnically to be proficient with Epic EMR and telehealth platformsAdministratively to be detail-oriented, organizedContributing in continuous process improvementIncluded in weekend call rotation for IP coverageOther duties as assigned by CMOHighlights of the practice include:Join a team of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation providers (including NM employed physicians and APPs) providing inpatient services, outpatient clinics, procedures, and consult servicesProsthetics and orthotics clinic on-site at Marianjoy Rehabilitation HospitalSpecialty programs focused on stroke, spinal cord injury, brain injury, pediatric, orthopaedic/musculoskeletal, pain and neuromuscular disordersOpportunity to work with ResidentsQualificationsDoctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institutionCompletion of an ACGME-accredited residency in Physical Medicine & RehabilitationBoard Certification or Board Eligibility in PM&R by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (ABPMR)Current, unrestricted medical license in the state of practiceStrong communication, leadership, and team collaboration skillsExperience in inpatient rehabilitation or consultative services preferredSeven years or greater post residency/fellowship experience demonstrating progressive leadership experiences preferredAdditional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.Background CheckNorthwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.Artificial Intelligence DisclosureArtificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.BenefitsIn addition to competitive compensation, we offer an excellent benefits package. This includes a continuing medical education allowance, paid time off, well-being fund, 401k, paid parental leave, malpractice insurance and much more. Moreover, we will provide financial stability and administrative support so you can focus on your passion – practicing medicine.Job Location