Adult PM&R Physician

Gillette Children’s is searching for an adult physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) physician to serve teen and adult patients who have lifelong disabilities resulting from child-onset neurologic conditions, including but not limited to cerebral palsy, spina bifida, muscular dystrophy, genetic syndromes such as Rett Syndrome, childhood onset traumatic brain injury, and spinal cord injury. The PM&R physicians at Gillette see patients regarding their physical medicine and rehabilitation/ functional needs in a highly accessible clinical setting equipped with lifts and clinic rooms sized and equipped appropriately for individuals with disabilities. Within a very accessible clinic, patients with disabilities can be seen for their needs in a way that primary care is typically unable to do so.

The PM&R physician focuses on the development of a comprehensive program to meet the patients’ needs which may include (but is not limited to) the following areas/systems:

• Skin
• Bladder
• Bowel
• Muscle tone
• Functional goals
• Equipment needs
• Pain
• Spasticity management
• Dystonia (movement disorder) management
• Intrathecal baclofen (ITB) pump management

This PM&R physician partners with patients’ primary care physicians (PCPs) in the community, who are not disability specialists, and relays information back to the PCP to address general medical needs and direct preventive care. This physician position works collaboratively with neuromuscular neurology providers, orthopedic surgeons, neurosurgeons, and nurse practitioners who are experts in skin care, ITB pumps, bladder management, and bowel management. The PM&R provider also works with endocrinology, neuromuscular cardiology, and pulmonology services to address patient needs, as well as nursing, social work, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, psychology, therapeutic recreation, assistive technology, seating services, and other specialist physicians. The physician prescribes needed equipment such as braces and wheelchairs.  

Pay & Benefits Information:

Pay is dependent on several factors including relevant work experience and internal equity. Salary is just one component of the compensation package for employees. Gillette supports career progression and offers a competitive benefits package, including a retirement saving match, tuition and certification reimbursement, paid time off, and health and wellness benefits. (if applicable: Sign-on bonus available for those who qualify).

Major Responsibilities:

• Participate in patient care
  • Inpatient care: rounding, referrals, participation in interdisciplinary teams
  • Outpatient care: evaluation and management of new & established patients
  • Procedures: botulinum toxin injection, phenol injection, baclofen pump management
  • Call coverage: Call for inpatient consults at Gillette Children’s and Regions hospital for one month period approximately once per quarter, night call for Adult and Peds PM&R coverage 4 weeks a year
  • The proportion of work time devoted to clinical care of patients is 80%. The proportion of work time dedicated to administrative work (including indirect patient care activities) is 20%.
• Support research and outcome assessment
  • Participate in research opportunities as interests and time constraints allow. (Formal involvement in research is encouraged but not required.)
• Demonstrate attitudes & behaviors that place patient and family needs at the center of activities.
  • Develop teamwork and cooperation that results in superior patient care, outcomes, and satisfaction.
• Demonstrate commitment to ongoing patient/family working relationships.
  • Model service excellence in all internal and external relationships.
• Participate in patient safety and quality improvement efforts.
• Collaborate to provide integrated care.
  • Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, clinics, and administration in providing integrated care.
  • Identify community resources and partnerships for patient care.

Major Challenges:

• Providing excellent care for patients with complex medical conditions can be mentally, physically, and emotionally demanding.
• Balancing clinical work with other aspects of physician work (education, inquiry, and participation in GCSH systems and processes) may be challenging.
• Roles and responsibilities may evolve and call for additional clarification over time.

Qualifications

• Board certified or board eligible in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
• Meets the qualifications to practice medicine in the State of Minnesota, including DEA license.
• Current certification in CPR (BLS for Healthcare Providers through the American Heart Association) or must obtain certification within 90 days of hire.
• Clinical proficiency in area of medical specialty.
• Demonstrated expertise in the management of patients with complex chronic conditions.
• Demonstrated ability to build the trust and respect of patients, staff, colleagues, and external contacts.
• Ability to work cooperatively and collegially within a diverse environment.
• Active member of the medical staff of Gillette Children's Specialty Healthcare.

Gillette Children’s is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse team, as we know that the diverse experiences of our employees make Gillette a stronger and better organization. We are committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment where all patients, families and staff are welcomed and valued. We believe diverse perspectives and identities foster excellence, improve patient care and are essential for Gillette to fulfill its mission. Our team members collaborate to help patients of all backgrounds and abilities reach their full potential.

Gillette Children's is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of an individual's race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation or gender identity, military status or any other class protected by federal, state or local laws.

Gillette Children’s is a global beacon of care for patients with brain, bone and movement conditions that start in childhood. Our research, treatment and supportive technologies enable every child to lead a full life defined by their dreams, not their diagnoses.