Physiatry / Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician

Physiatry / Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician at BAS Healthcare summary :

The role involves conducting medical disability examinations primarily for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs with a focus on both general medicine and traumatic brain injury assessments. Physicians must be board certified in specialties such as Neurology or PM&R and should perform physical evaluations without prescribing or treating. The position offers competitive hourly rates and includes training for required certifications, alongside regular administrative tasks.

Location : The second largest city in Alaska situated along the Chena River and surrounded by vast wilderness. This city serves as a hub for activities such as dog sledding, northern lights viewing, and exploring the Arctic wilderness.

Facility : A private company that provides medical disability examination and evaluation services to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

Opportunity :

• Need is on a PRN basis, ongoing
• No call!
• Must be Board Certified in any of the following specialties : Neurology, Neurosurgery, PM&R
• Exams are primarily interview-based with some physical assessment : range of motion testing, muscle strength testing, evaluating traumatic brain injury. Exams will be a mix of General Medicine and Traumatic Brain Injury.
• No prescribing, no treatment
• DMA certification available (can get CME credits) - will need to obtain once privileged if not already certified
• Use of Goniometer required
• Familiar with Musculoskeletal, Diabetes, and Cardio required
• Proficient in METs testing, evaluating and diagnosing respiratory, cardiovascular, and neurological conditions.
• Must own personal laptop (NO Apple Laptops / MACs)
• Training shall be provided for all Reporting / Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs)
• Evaluations to be completed in the provider's portal and records are reviewed.
• Record review is required in most cases
• Follow up administrative work will be required on a regular basis (addendums, medical opinions, and reading diagnostics)

Compensation : Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.

Keywords :

Physiatry, Physical Medicine, Rehabilitation Physician, Medical Disability Examination, Veterans Affairs, Traumatic Brain Injury, Health Evaluations, Board Certified, Physical Assessment, Chena River