PM&R Associate Medical Director

Encompass Health CHI St. Joseph Health Rehabilitation Hospital has a new opening for a PM&R Associate Medical Director. Join our 61-bed inpatient freestanding rehabilitation hospital where we hold Joint Commission Disease Specific certifications in Stroke, Brain Injury, Amputee, Hip Fx, and cardiac care.

OPPORTUNITY HIGHLIGHTS

We are looking for a full time PM&R Associate Medical Director with a commitment to the community of Bryan, TX. 

• Inpatient rehabilitation
• Self-directed daily workflow
• See 15-20 patients immediately
• Hospitalist teams support for Internal Med coverage
• Option to consult at local acute care hospitals
• Associate Medical Director Stipend paid monthly

ENCOMPASS HEALTH PM&R ASSOCIATE MEDICAL DIRECTOR DESCRIPTION

The Associate Medical Director works with the Medical Director and leadership staff to enhance the programmatic quality and integrity of the hospital's rehabilitation services. He / She plays a pivotal role in optimizing the overall clinical care of the hospital while also providing clinical care to patients.

Partner with the hospital CEO to advance the hospital's position as the inpatient rehabilitation hospital of choice in the service area. Enhance the patient satisfaction rankings to exceed the Encompass Health average and achieve a consistent top 10 clinical ranking.

Establish strong relationships with other specialists in the market area to make them aware of the benefits and the criteria for inpatient rehabilitation. Since a patient's opportunity for inpatient rehabilitation is dependent upon referrals from other specialists and acute care providers, the Associate Medical Director role in educating other clinicians and developing confidence in the hospital service is critical to the patient access to appropriate services.

Develop a known and visible presence within the hospital with a reputation for being accessible and approachable among the staff, patients, and families.

PM&R Physician will establish a private practice to include a caseload of medically complex inpatient rehabilitation patients and an outpatient rehabilitation practice if he or she chooses.  The Physiatrist will set up a relationship with an independent billing company and retain 100% of his/her own billing and collections.  Encompass Health hospitals are extremely busy with high patient volumes – Encompass Health has its own well-trained outreach teams that identify appropriate inpatient rehabilitation candidates from surrounding areas. 

WHERE YOU WILL PRACTICE - BRYAN, TEXAS

Bryan is conveniently located right in the heart of the “Texas Triangle.” That means we’re less than a 3-hour drive from each of the largest metro areas in the state. With something here for everyone — from happy wanderers to outdoor enthusiasts, avid adventurers, history buffs, famished foodies, and family-focused travelers alike — this legendary Texas town is full of surprises you won’t soon forget. 

Bryan–College Station is a metropolitan area centering on the twin cities of Bryan and College Station, Texas, in the Brazos Valley region of Texas. The 2010 census placed the population of the three-county metropolitan area at 255,519.^[3] The 2019 population estimate was 273,101.

The area's economic and social life is centered on the main campus of Texas A&M University College Station. The area is popularly known as "Aggieland" based on the Aggies nickname for the university's sports teams and students.

QUALIFICATIONS

MD or DO with state medical license or willingness to obtain state license

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Patient-centered commitment to excellence
Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
Hospital-based physiatry experience preferred but not required
Interest in being a part of a thriving community

New Grads Welcome!