Clinical Physician 2 - Physiatrist

The Clinical Physician 2 Physiatrist provides comprehensive management and oversight for patients in the acute rehabilitation program. The Physiatrist will actively manage care of patients within their care, interact with staff and lead the care team to maximize recovery of patients.  The Physiatrist will be expected to participate in quality improvement projects to foster continuous individual and facility growth. Helen Hayes Hospital is a teaching institution and mentoring of PMR residents is expected.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS/COMPETENCIES:

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or doctor of Osteopathy (DO) from an accredited institution preferred.  Board Certified or Board Eligible in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.  Hold an active and unrestricted NY State medical license.  Current DEA registration, Basic Life Support (BLS), and Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications.  Demonstrated ability to work effectively in interdisciplinary care teams focused on patient recovery and functional improvement.  Ability to participate in family conferences and patient/resident family education regarding goals of care.  Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to foster collaboration across disciplines.  Commitment to patient-centered care and high-quality clinical outcomes. Participation in quality improvement, utilization review, and clinical documentation integrity initiatives.  Willingness to mentor mid-level providers, residents, or students.  Familiar with electronic health record (EHR) systems.  Engagement in evidence-based practice and performance improvement projects.  Interest in program development and rehabilitation outcome research.

Requirements

Possession of a license and current registration to practice medicine in New York State and two years of post-licensure medical experience.

Benefits

We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:

• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• And many more.