Anesthesiology - Pain Management Physician

Location SD, Rapid City

Specialty Anesthesiology - Pain Clinic

Visas Accepted N/A

Practice Details

The Black Hills Surgical Hospital is seeking a Pain Medicine Anesthesiologist to join a growing outpatient practice focused on comprehensive musculoskeletal and interventional pain care.

Practice Highlights

Monday - Friday schedule No call

Outpatient practice

Mix of clinic and procedural days

Clinical Focus

• Comprehensive evaluation and management of acute and chronic pain conditions
• Emphasis on interventional pain procedures including spinal injections, nerve blocks, radiofrequency ablation, and neuromodulation (e.g., spinal cord stimulation)
• Diagnosis and treatment of spine-related pain (degenerative disease, radiculopathy, post-laminectomy syndrome)
• Management of musculoskeletal and joint pain conditions
• Care for neuropathic pain syndromes and complex regional pain disorders
• Cancer-related and palliative pain management
• Multimodal treatment approach incorporating pharmacologic management, interventional techniques, and non-procedural therapies
• Coordination with physical therapy and other specialties to optimize patient outcomes
• Commitment to opioid stewardship and evidence-based prescribing practices
• Opportunity to build and grow a balanced practice of procedures and longitudinal patient care

Team-Based Care

• Collaborative care with Orthopedic Spine and Neurosurgery
• Strong referral network
• Advanced Practice Provider support

Opportunity Highlights

• Academic affiliation and teaching opportunities with University of South Dakota medical students
• Busy practice with high demand for a new physician
• New fellows encouraged to apply

Compensation Package

Annual compensation range of $500,000-575,000 for the first two years of the employment contract, plus estimated potential to exceed compensation floor from personally performed wRVUs.

In addition, a $100,000 retention incentive to be paid if you remain a 1.0 FTE for 3 years (this will be subject to a contractual agreement specifying all details)

Additional benefits package including a health, dental and vision insurance, 401K plan, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, CME allowance, allowed time away, malpractice insurance and tail coverage, and a relocation allowance.

About this Community

Nestled at the eastern edge of the Black Hills, Rapid City offers an exceptional blend of outdoor adventure, vibrant culture, and family-friendly living. Known as the "Gateway to the Black Hills," the area provides easy access to iconic destinations like Mount Rushmore, Badlands National Park, and Custer State Park-making it a haven for hiking, biking, and year-round exploration.

With a population large enough to support diverse dining, shopping, and entertainment, yet small enough to maintain a welcoming, close-knit feel, Rapid City strikes the perfect balance between urban amenities and small-town charm. The region boasts excellent schools, a strong sense of community, and a cost of living below the national average.

Residents enjoy over 300 days of sunshine annually, scenic landscapes in every direction, and a growing arts and downtown scene. Whether you're seeking outdoor recreation, a great place to raise a family, or a supportive professional environment, Rapid City delivers an outstanding quality of life.

Job Function Physicians

Req Number R-

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