Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Opportunity
Company: Permanent Placement Resources, LLC
Location: Great Falls
Posted on: September 17, 2023
Job Description:
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Opportunity - Great Falls,
MT (Family Friendly, Nationally ranked Schools, 4-Season Outdoor
Recreation) Benefis Health System is recruiting a new 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,
cervicaldystonia),B aclofenIntrathecal Pump Evaluation and Refills
- MDA clinic currently running 1 day per month, every 3 monthsEMG
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 BarreCompensation and Benefits
Competitive compensation structures with guaranteed salary + RVU
bonuses creating a great opportunity to build a successful practice
based on your desire. Benefits offered to employees include:
generous CME and PTO, malpractice coverage + tail, health, dental,
vision, disability, and life insurance, as well as a 403B plan with
5% match and additional pre-tax savings programs for
retirement.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 motorsports, upland bird, waterfowl,
and big-game hunting.Benefis Health System This is your opportunity
to be part of an exceptional health system in a state that is well
known for its beautiful four seasons and outdoor lifestyle. While
enjoying the last best place, you'll have the added benefit of
having access to Benefis Health System, one of the state's most
modern and progressive healthcare facilities with 500+ beds and
over 250 members on medical staff representing 40 specialties. Our
state-of-the-art facilities and cutting edge technologies make
Benefis an exceptional working environment and one of the Best
Places To Work in Healthcare.
Thank you for your consideration. Please let me know if you have an
interest in this opportunity and I'll facilitate getting you
additional information.PPR Search Consultant -1135
Keywords: Permanent Placement Resources, LLC, Great Falls , Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Opportunity , Healthcare , Great Falls, Montana
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