Physician - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation-Physiatrist/Pain Management - Site Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Our organization is in search of a Board Certified/Board Eligible Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (Physiatrist) specializing in Pain Management to join our multidisciplinary team at the Pain Care Clinic located in Farmington, Maine. The perfect candidate will have a strong background in diagnosing and managing chronic pain conditions through interventional techniques, aimed at enhancing patient comfort and overall quality of life. The Interventional Pain physician will collaborate closely with a diverse group of healthcare professionals to create and execute tailored pain management strategies for each patient.

Work Schedule: Full-time position in the Pain Clinic, requiring 40 hours per week.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and diagnose patients suffering from chronic pain, including musculoskeletal, neuropathic, and various other pain syndromes.

• Conduct a range of interventional pain management procedures, such as epidural steroid injections, nerve blocks, joint injections, and radiofrequency ablations.

• Create personalized treatment plans that integrate both interventional and non-interventional methods, including medication management, physical therapy, and psychological support.

• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including physical therapists, psychologists, and anesthesiologists, to adopt a comprehensive approach to pain management.

• Continuously monitor and modify treatment plans based on patient progress and changing needs.

• Stay updated on the latest advancements in interventional pain management techniques and technologies.

• Educate and counsel patients about their pain conditions, available treatment options, and self-management techniques.

• Maintain precise and current patient records, including documentation of procedures, progress notes, and treatment plans.

• Engage in ongoing education and professional development to enhance expertise in pain management.

• Ensure adherence to all regulatory standards, including HIPAA, while upholding high standards of patient care and safety.

Essential Qualifications:

• MD/DO degree from an accredited medical institution.

• Possession of an active and unrestricted medical license in Maine (or the ability to obtain one prior to starting).

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Physiatry.

• Completion of fellowship training in interventional pain management techniques.

• Active and unrestricted DEA license (or the ability to obtain one prior to starting).

This role provides:

• A supportive and collaborative work environment with strong relationships between patients and providers.

• The chance to work independently with a significant degree of autonomy.

• Access to comprehensive resources and advanced technologies, including a fully integrated Epic EMR system.

• A hospital-employed position with full membership in the medical staff.

• A competitive compensation package that includes a sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, reimbursement for CME expenses, and malpractice insurance.

• Benefits such as paid time off, a retirement plan with employer matching, medical, dental, vision, life/disability coverage, paid family leave, wellness programs, and more.

Total compensation packages may include, depending on eligibility, recruitment bonuses, relocation assistance, productivity incentives, and quality incentives.

The annual base salary for this position is set at $290,000.

About Our Organization

We are a not-for-profit integrated health system dedicated to the vision of: ‘Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America.’ Our organization comprises nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and a workforce of 1,700 employed clinicians collaborating through our medical group. With around 22,000 care team members, we provide preventive care, diagnosis, and treatment to 1.1 million residents across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer a Total Rewards package that includes competitive benefits and resources tailored to meet the diverse needs of our workforce.

Farmington, Maine is a picturesque and affordable community nestled in a region known for year-round recreational activities. Surrounded by over ten lakes and ponds, it is an ideal location for boating, swimming, fishing, and ice skating. The nearby mountains offer hiking opportunities with stunning views, including the pristine Rangeley lakes region, along with a vibrant downtown that features a unique local flavor and is home to the University of Maine at Farmington. Family-friendly ski resorts, such as Sugarloaf and Saddleback, are less than an hour away. With excellent public and private schools and a variety of housing options, Farmington is an exceptional place to call home.

For further details about our system, please explore our website.