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Locum Tenens Opportunity: Physiatrist (PM&R) Near Woodbury, CT

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Physiatrist (PM&R) for a rewarding locum tenens opportunity near Woodbury, CT. This position offers a chance to provide essential inpatient care and support during a period of transition and coverage needs. If you are board certified and looking for a fulfilling locum tenens role, we encourage you to consider this opportunity.

• Profession: Physician
• Specialty: Physiatrist (PM&R)
• Start Date: ASAP
• End Date: Ongoing
• Provider Type: Locum Tenens
• Coverage Type: Inpatient
• Shift Type: Days
• Default Rate Type: Daily
• Job ID: j-229617

• Shift Description:
  • Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Inpatient unit
  • No nights, weekends, or holidays
• Weekend Requirements: None

• Inpatient Coverage:
  • Providing care on an inpatient rehabilitation unit
  • Managing a caseload of approximately mid-20s patients per day
  • Collaborating with a team of 4 physicians and 3 mid-level providers
• Supervision:
  • Responsible for supervising other healthcare providers
• Procedures and Documentation:
  • Discharge summaries and medication reconciliation
  • Clinical staffing and care plan meetings
  • Weekly care plan documentation
  • Pre-admission screening review and documentation per CMS guidelines
  • Prescribing narcotics
  • Performing PAPE/H&P
  • Specialized procedures for stroke, amputations, and traumatic brain injury (TBI)

• Practice Setting: Inpatient, MTS Floorwork on Unit
• Reason for Coverage: Filling gaps while recruiting a new provider and covering for another provider on leave
• Number of Physicians in Practice: 4
• Mid-Levels Providing Coverage: 3
• Ancillary Staff: Full complement
• Number of Beds on Unit: Approximately mid-20s
• Patient Demographics: 99% adult, less than 1% adolescent
• Surgical Services: 24-hour availability including general, neuro, CT, ortho, and vascular at STF
• Lab and Anesthesia: Both available 24 hours
• EMR System: Epic
• Trauma Level/Designation: Non-trauma center, non-emergent care inpatient unit

• Certification:
  • ACLS
  • Board Certified in PM&R
• State License:
  • Active Connecticut license
• Local Provider Preferred:
  • Only mileage reimbursement available

• Flexible Schedule:
  • No nights, weekends, or holidays
• Collaborative Environment:
  • Work with a dedicated team of healthcare professionals
• Professional Development:
  • Gain valuable experience in a busy inpatient rehabilitation setting
• Supportive Facility:
  • Access to comprehensive surgical services, 24-hour lab, and anesthesia support

If you are a board-certified Physiatrist (PM&R) with an active Connecticut license and are interested in providing high-quality inpatient care, we encourage you to apply for this locum tenens opportunity. Your expertise and commitment will play a crucial role in maintaining excellent patient care during this period of transition.

Job ID: j-229617