Physician / Montana / Locum or Permanent / PMR opening in Great Falls, MT - flex schedule, malprac

Company: Britt Medical Search
Location: Great Falls
Posted on: September 18, 2022

Job Description:

Seeking a BE/BC PM&R physician to join our team of 2 full time physicians, 2 part time physicians (approaching retirement) and a Rehab Psychologist. This opportunity is primarily for outpatient clinic needs, while doing a combination of consults, EMGs, Rehab, and Sub-Acute.

Outpatient PM&R Clinic Information

Large referring provider staff within the health system in addition to referrals from all over the state

Ample opportunity to expand into various areas of passion in the field

Clinic hours are typically 8:00 - 5:00 pm, flexibility in schedule

Call Schedule: Inpatient Weekend Rehab Call (1 week/month) and 3 holidays

Based on census, patient population, and patient acuity a new physiatrist may be asked to help out in the Inpatient Rehabilitation unit with patients and consults.

Common patients seen by current Physiatrist: TBI, Stroke, Paraplegic, Quadriplegia, Spasticity, Migraine/other headaches, Amputees, Joint injections(shoulders, hips, knees, ankles), Cervical Dystonia, Dystonia, Botox (headaches, spasticity, scars, cervical dystonia), B aclofen Intrathecal Pump Evaluation and Refills

MDA clinic currently running 1 day per month, every 3 months

EMG Information

Current EMG lab runs 3 days a week but there is opportunity for more volume

Currently can schedule 24 cases per week and consistently have good show-up rates

Main EMG physician is retiring in June 2019 elects 18 EMGs per week

Greater than 98% of the EMG volume is currently outpatient business

Dedicated, experienced neuro techs prepare the patient for the exam, as well as complete all pre and post paperwork and are always available if technical issues arise during the study

Providers typically do their own nerve conduction procedures ( one certified tech the can perform NVC if requested)

Current popular EMG procedures by diagnosis: Radiculopathy, Ulnar Nerve Compression, Carpal Tunnel, Peripheral Neuropathy, Myopathy

Inpatient Rehab Information:

20 bed acute rehab unit with onsite therapy, gym, PT, OT, speech, therapy garden, home training, and recreational outings

Dedicated full time inpatient Physiatrist on the unit

Patient load is 5-7 per physician with an average daily census of 12

Monday - Friday average 2-3 discharges and 2-3 admissions per day

Acute care consults range from 3-6 per day

Rehab Staffing includes

Dedicated IM Hospitalist covering medical needs of patients Monday - Friday

On weekends physiatrist covers medical needs of patients however there is a hospitalist on call for additional support

Med/Surg trained acute care nursing staff and critical care nurse on call to the unit 24/7 who is in house and leads nursing in emergency situations, codes, family concerns, etc.

16 therapists for inpatient and outpatient needs - therapy occurs 7 days per week

Primary diagnosis: Stroke, TBI, NTBI, TSCI, NTSCI, Neuro Condition, LE Fracture, LE Replacement, Other Ortho, LE Amputation, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Cardiac/Pulmonary DEB, MMT w/out TBI or SCI, MMT w/ TBI or SCI, and Guillian Barre

Compensation and Benefits

Guaranteed base salary with RVU and incentive compensation bonus opportunities.

Health, dental, vision, & paid disability

Retirement + 5% match

Malpractice insurance with tail coverage

Generous paid time off and $6k annual CME/licensure fund

Sign-on bonus/relocation assistance

Community Information

Great Falls has a city population of 60,000, with a draw of over 275,000 people in north central Montana. We experience mild winters and enjoy blue skies over 300 days per year. Great Falls is a wonderful and safe place to raise a family, with nationally ranked public schools and an average commute of under 12 minutes, making the quality of life in Great Falls unsurpassed in the Rocky Mountain West. Additionally, the Missouri River, a blue-ribbon fly-fishing destination, runs through the middle of town. Outdoor activities include camping, hiking, horseback riding, water& snow skiing, rock & ice climbing, boating, white-water kayaking, off-road motor sports, upland bird, waterfowl, and big-game hunting.

You'll find comfortable neighborhoods with home prices that are among the most affordable in the U.S. Our cost of living is also well below the national average. Public schools in Great Falls are excellent, and our institutions of higher learning include the Great Falls College of Montana State University School of Nursing and the University of Providence.

You can expect sunny days and clean air in Great Falls - we're ranked as the fourth best city in the U.S. for air quality. It's a healthy place to live as you pursue a satisfying and rewarding career.

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