Physiatry/Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician

Amarillo, Texas

Encompass Health
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ENCOMPASS HEALTH REHABILITATION HOSPITAL OF AMARILLO

Coming in 2025. Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Amarillo will be a brand-new 50 bed inpatient freestanding rehabilitation hospital. We are a leading provider of inpatient physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech language pathology for stroke, brain injury, amputation and other complex neurological and orthopedic conditions. Our new hospital will offer state-of-the-art rehabilitation technology to ensure all patients receive the highest quality care and best possible outcomes.

OPPORTUNITY HIGHLIGHTS

We are looking for a full time PM&R Medical Director leader interested in building a practice and growing with the Amarillo community.

  • Medical Director Stipend
  • Independent physician model
  • Physician retains patient revenue
  • Attending inpatient caseload
  • Flexible daily schedule for work-life balance

ENCOMPASS HEALTH PM&R MEDICAL DIRECTOR DESCRIPTION

The Medical Director oversees the programmatic quality and integrity of the hospital s rehabilitation services. He/she plays a pivotal role in optimizing the overall clinical care of the hospital while also providing clinical care to patients.

Partner with the CEO to advance the hospital s position as the inpatient rehabilitation hospital of choice in the location service area. Enhance hospital s patient satisfaction rankings to exceed the Encompass Health average and achieve a consistent top 10 clinical ranking.

Establish strong relationships with other specialists in the market area to make them aware of the benefits and the criteria for inpatient rehabilitation. Since a patient s opportunity for inpatient rehabilitation is dependent upon referrals from other specialists and acute care providers, the Medical Director s role in educating other clinicians and developing confidence in the hospital s services is critical to the hospital s success and patient access to appropriate services

Develop a known and visible presence within the hospital with a reputation for being accessible and approachable among the staff, patients and families. Medical Director will be generously compensated for administrative services

PM&R Physician will establish a private practice to include a caseload of medically complex inpatient rehabilitation patients and an outpatient rehabilitation practice if he or she chooses. The Physiatrist will set up a relationship with an independent billing company and retain 100% of his/her own billing and collections. Encompass Health hospitals are extremely busy with high patient volumes Encompass Health has its own well-trained outreach teams that identify appropriate inpatient rehabilitation candidates from surrounding areas.

WHERE YOU WILL PRACTICE AMARILLO TX

Amarillo is a classic western city in the Texas Panhandle. It s a gateway to the vast, trail-lined Palo Duro Canyon State Park. The Cadillac Ranch is an installation of graffiti-decorated cars, partly buried in a field. With art deco and Spanish Revival buildings, the U.S. Route 66 Sixth Street Historic District is a hub for dining and antiques. The American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame & Museum is dedicated to the famous horse breed. Amarillo, Texas Is A Unique And History-Rich Area Located Where The Southern Plains Meet The Desert. Amarillo And The Surrounding Panhandle Area Are A Unique Blend Of Two American Eras; Working Western Ranches And A Vibrant Twenty-First-Century Economy - Making Amarillo The Perfect Mix Of Old And New Texas Traditions.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • MD or DO with state medical license or willingness to obtain state license
  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
  • Acute Inpatient rehabilitation hospital experience required
  • Patient-centered commitment to excellence
  • Excellent interpersonal and communications skills

WHY SET UP A PRACTICE AT A ENCOMPASS HEALTH HOSPITAL?

  • High Income potential
  • High patient volumes
  • Flexible schedule

Date Posted: 01 April 2025
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