Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R)
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Far Rockaway, New York
Updated May 20
The PM&R Physician (Physiatrist) provides comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and non-surgical management of patients with musculoskeletal, neurologic, and functional impairments. This role focuses on restoring function, reducing pain, and improving quality of life through evidence-based rehabilitation strategies and coordinated, multidisciplinary care.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform detailed evaluations of patients with musculoskeletal, neurologic, and functional conditions.
- Develop individualized rehabilitation and treatment plans focused on functional recovery and pain reduction.
- Provide non-operative management of acute and chronic conditions, including medication management, injections, and therapeutic interventions.
- Collaborate with physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, case managers, and other specialists to coordinate comprehensive care.
- Interpret diagnostic studies such as EMG/NCS, imaging, and functional assessments (if applicable to the role).
- Document all clinical encounters, treatment plans, and progress notes in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, case reviews, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Provide patient education regarding diagnosis, treatment options, and long-term management strategies.
- Ensure compliance with all state, federal, and organizational policies, including HIPAA and patient safety requirements.
Qualifications
- MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
- Completion of an accredited PM&R residency program.
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.
- Active and unrestricted state medical license (or eligibility).
- DEA registration with appropriate schedules.
- Strong diagnostic, communication, and clinical decision-making skills.
- Experience in inpatient rehab, outpatient PM&R, or pain management preferred (depending on setting).
Preferred Skills & Experience
- Experience with EMG/NCS, spasticity management, or interventional procedures (if applicable).
- Familiarity with rehabilitation programs, functional assessments, and multidisciplinary care models.
- Commitment to patient-centered, evidence-based rehabilitation.
- Ability to work effectively within a collaborative clinical team.
Work Environment
- May include inpatient rehabilitation units, outpatient PM&R clinics, acute care consults, or interdisciplinary rehab programs.
- Schedule and call requirements vary by organization.
Skills
- MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
- Completion of an accredited PM&R residency program.
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.
- Active and unrestricted state medical license (or eligibility).
- DEA registration with appropriate schedules.
- Strong diagnostic, communication, and clinical decision-making skills.
- Experience in inpatient rehab, outpatient PM&R, or pain management preferred (depending on setting).
Job Details
- Occupation
- Physician
- Specialty
- Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
- Job Type
- Full-time
- Employment Type
-
Employed
- Work Environment
- Hospital
- Degree Required
- MD/DO
- Board Certification
-
BC / BE
- Experience Required
- 2 years
- Compensation Type
- Salary
- Compensation Minimum
- $300,000
- Compensation Maximum
- $350,000
Job Location
- City
- Far Rockaway
- State
- NY
- Country
- United States
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Company Details
- Name
- Hathaway Healthcare Staffing
- Company Type
- Recruiter
Job Contact
- Name
-
Allie Gregory
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