Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (M67772)

PM&R Generalist (M67772, M67773)

Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

VCU Health - Richmond, VA

PMR – Generalist M67772, M67773 req6908

Mission or Goal of Unit: Provide rehabilitation leadership to the Commonwealth of Virginia to improve the quality of life for individuals with disabilities by maximizing independence in living skills, recreation and employment activities through innovative education, evidence-based research, and outcome-focused patient care. 

Chief Purpose of this position: The Department of PM&R at VCU Health welcomes candidates to apply to this exciting new opportunity for a PM&R physician specializing in general outpatient practice. The advertised position is responsible for direct patient care, with opportunities to be involved in teaching, research, and service. A Physician Practice Group compensation plan provides an opportunity for a competitive, market-based salary. The position will be offered at an academic rank commensurate with qualifications.

Position Responsibilities:

Teaching  
* Assist in the supervision of residents, fellows, and other learners in the environment.
* Participate in the orientation of each group of house staff and students to the Rehabilitation program.
* Assist in establishing the core curriculum including a list of reading material for house staff and students.
* Assist in the evaluation of the house staff and students assigned to the facilities after each rotation.
Research
* Though not a primary function of this job, participate as needed/interested in research activities as well as supporting ongoing and new projects as appropriate in the context of clinical care.
Service
* Participate in university and department committees as requested.
* Contribute to the field of Physiatry overall through professional organizations.
Clinical
* Primary clinical responsibility is general rehabilitation.
* Support established multi-specialty clinics in general PM&R diagnosis including, but not limited to, stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, and MSK.
* Responsible for the proper management and quality of service in the provision of care.
* Provide consults upon referral from medical facilities with formal coordinated relationships with the Department.
* Prepare periodic reports pertaining to the care of patients to the Division Chair.
* Ensure that medical services are documented and signed consistent with VCUHS and payer policies and guidelines.
* Assist in the establishment of referral sources for VCU Medical Center and Sheltering Arms Institute.
* Assist the billing professionals in the preparation of appropriate charges for the medical services rendered and in the review of non-reimbursed billings.
Other (for instance, administrative duties, etc.)
* Represent the Department in official meetings as requested.
* Attend scheduled Grand Rounds, staff conferences and lectures upon occasion as requested.
* Maintain practice credentials and completion of education as required by hospital, university, and state practice organization.

Required Qualifications:
* Medical Degree (MD or DO).   
* Board certification in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.
* Must have good academic and clinical credentials, demonstrated ability to establish new clinical initiatives, effective oral and written communication, and leadership skills.
* Ability to work well with people in a team environment is essential.
* Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU.

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Richmond is centrally located in the Mid-Atlantic region along the East Coast. With easy access to Washington D.C., the Atlantic Ocean, and the Blue Ridge Mountains, this River City is consistently top ranked for its rich history, charm, lower cost of living, outdoor adventure, trendy restaurants, breweries, wineries, upscale shopping, and world class museums.

With the James River flowing through the heart of City and the mild climate, Richmonders take full advantage of the area’s events, public gardens, festivals, and athletic activities. The area boasts a wide variety of arts, culture and entertainment. Among the numerous historical landmarks, you will also find beautiful theaters, concert venues,  ballet, museums including the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Richmond Children’s Museum, Science Museum of Virginia, and the Richmond International Raceway, to name a few.

Richmond has something for everyone. It’s family friendly, dog friendly, and there is never a shortage of things to do. Whether you want to live downtown, Church Hill, Shockoe Bottom, Forest Hill, The Fan, or the suburbs of the West End or Chesterfield County, each Richmond neighborhood is unique making it an attractively-sized and very livable city.

Welcome to VCU Health l MCV Physicians, the medical practice of the Virginia Commonwealth University Health System. As part of VCU’s School of Medicine, our physicians provide quality patient care services, teach the next generation of physicians, and conduct important research. VCU’s Massey Cancer Center is an NCI-designated Cancer Center and Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU Health is the region’s full-service children’s hospital.

We are over 900 physicians and 19 clinical departments providing services at various sites in Virginia, including VCU Medical Center — Richmond, VA – the region’s comprehensive Level 1 Trauma Center, verified in adult, pediatric, and burn trauma care. VCU Medical Center integrates hospitals, clinical care facilities, health sciences schools and medical research.

Our physician-driven, patient-centered care model reflects the values and vision of an outstanding integrated academic practice.

VCU Health has consistently ranked high in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals study in the state and metro Richmond area. Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU continues to expand inpatient and outpatient services, as well as the new Virginia Treatment Center for Children, opened in 2018, serving as a beacon of hope for families seeking mental health services. We are proud that VCU Health has twice achieved Magnet® designation.  We are honored to be recognized by Working Mother magazine’s “100 Best” for work/life balance and integration. Since 2006, the Greater Richmond Chamber of Commerce has consistently named VCU Health an Area Employer of Choice. You won’t find a more appreciative organization to work for, nor better people to work with.

Virginia Commonwealth University is an urban university with over 32,000 students located in Richmond, Virginia, two hours south of Washington D.C. As one of the nation’s top research universities it attracts more than $255 million a year in sponsored research funding. Twenty-seven VCU graduate and professional programs rank among the best in the nation in US News & World Report’s “America’s Best Graduate Schools.

Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.