PM&R Physician

Job Description

Job Description

Our organization is seeking a PM&R physician for a hybrid role that encompasses both inpatient and outpatient care, with a primary focus on neurological rehabilitation. There is also the possibility to engage in musculoskeletal care within the outpatient setting.

The Practice:

• We operate as part of a comprehensive multispecialty clinic within the Neuroscience Center, collaborating with departments such as Neurology, Neurosurgery, and Pain Medicine.
• The PM&R Department comprises specialists in PM&R, Neuropsychology, and Chiropractic care.

Current PM&R Team:

• 4 Musculoskeletal PM&R Physicians
• 3 Neurorehabilitation PM&R Physicians (with plans to add a 4th)
• 1 Pediatric PM&R Physician

Advanced Practice Clinicians (APCs):

• 4 Inpatient PM&R APCs
• 3 Outpatient/MSK PM&R APCs
• 5 Neuropsychologists
• 3 Chiropractors

Inpatient Practice:

• A recently renovated 20-bed unit in the hospital, overseen by the 4 Neurorehabilitation physicians and 4 APCs.
• Call responsibilities are managed by APCs, covering nights, weekends, and holidays, shared among the providers.
• Strong hospitalist support is available for patients with complex medical needs.

Outpatient Practice:

• Emphasis on neurological rehabilitation, addressing conditions such as CVA, SCI, TBI, MS, concussions, and spasticity management, including Botox and intrathecal baclofen pump management. While musculoskeletal care is a lesser focus, it is still an option. There is potential for EMG procedures.

Procedures Include:

• EMG
• Botox injections
• Trigger Point Injections and nerve blocks

About Our Health System:

• We are a 325-bed Level II Trauma Center and Primary Stroke Center, equipped with two medical transport helicopters and a ground ambulance service that serves 22 counties across the tri-state area.
• Our network includes six critical access hospitals and over 65 regional clinics.
• We are an award-winning integrated healthcare system employing more than 1,000 clinicians.
• As the designated Western clinical campus of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, we offer opportunities for teaching in a collaborative environment.
• All physicians are employed and receive a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package.