Physiatry/Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician at BAS Healthcare summary:
A Physiatry/Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician conducts medical disability examinations for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. This role involves both interview-based assessments and some physical evaluations to diagnose conditions related to traumatic brain injury, musculoskeletal issues, and other health concerns. The position offers flexibility with no call or weekends required, and practitioners must be board certified in relevant specialties.
Location: Rapid City is a vibrant city in South Dakota. Only about 30 minutes to Mount Rushmore!
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 or weekends!
- 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.
- Follow up administrative work will be required on a regular basis.
Compensation: Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.
Keywords:
Physiatrist, Physical Medicine, Rehabilitation, Disability Examination, Veterans Affairs, Neurology, Traumatic Brain Injury, Medical Evaluation, Healthcare, Board Certified