Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician

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We are recruiting for a mission-driven Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician to join our team! We're with you for life's journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn't just something we believe in-it's something we live every day, for life's journey. Our Values Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency Department Orthopedists Job Summary The PM&R Division at Denver Health is seeking a board-certified/eligible physician to join our electrodiagnostic laboratory on a PRN basis, providing high-quality EMG/NCS services approximately 2-4 half-days per week (typically 4 studies per session) with flexible scheduling. The ideal candidate will be comfortable performing a broad range of electrodiagnostic evaluations, including radiculopathies, entrapment neuropathies (e.g., carpal and cubital tunnel syndromes), traumatic peripheral nerve injuries, neuromuscular disorders, and generalized peripheral neuropathies, with no restrictions on diagnostic scope. Our lab is physician-run without NCS technicians and currently includes a collaborative team of four full-time PM&R physicians alongside a Neurologist, offering strong peer support and opportunities to discuss complex cases. There are also opportunities to work with trainees including residents and medical students if desired. This is an excellent opportunity for a provider seeking flexible, team-oriented work in a collegial academic-style environment serving a diverse patient population Essential Functions : Diagnose patients, record symptoms, recommend appropriate treatment regimens, and monitor the progress or not of treatment. (20%) Cooperate and liaise with medical personnel such as surgeons, neurologists, and primary care experts to review a patient's details and information. (10%) Determine the role of physical therapy in the treatment plan. (5%) Direct patients on the appropriate techniques to adopt for exercises. (5%) Use injections to nullify pain, bring relief, and reinstate functionality. (5%) Provide nutrition and health advice or counseling to patients undergoing treatment. (5%) Draft and create a physical exercise plan for each patient. (5%) Prescribe and handle the patient's medication and treatment. (5%) Prescribe complementary therapies such as medical acupuncture. (5%) Monitor and assist medical personnel and counselors to provide psychosocial support to patients. (5%) Coordinate and supervise other medical practitioners to optimize patient care. (5%) Administer treatment, therapy, and care to restore functionality among patients of all ages. (5%) Provide referrals to specialist clinics, rehabilitation centers, and therapy centers. (5%) Act transparently with caregivers, patients, and patients' families and discuss recovery plans and needs moving forward. (5%) Provide therapeutic intervention to patients by wrapping joints and limbs and fitting braces to support the patient. (5%) Inoculate, inject, and insert cortisol into injured parts, ligaments, muscles, and joints to minimize swelling. (5%) Education : Doctorate Degree Medical degree from an accredited institution. Required Licenses : MD-Physician - State Medical Board Required and BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures and techniques. Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment. Able to effectively manage and direct medical staff support activities while providing quality medical care. Able to receive detailed information through oral communications; express or exchange ideas by verbal communications. Excellent written and verbal communications, listening, and social skills. Able to interact effectively with people of varied educational, socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds, skill levels and value systems. Performs in a tactful and professional manner. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Computer skills required. Computer skills preferred. Shift Work Type PRN/Intermittent Salary $229,000.00 - $288,500.00 / yr (Pay range listed is for 1.0 full-time equivalent (FTE). See Work Type for actual FTE)

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