Academic Physiatrist/PM&R Residency Program Director w/ UofL Health-Louisville, KY

UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center. With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists, and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.

The University of Louisville and UofL Health are seeking a board?certified, or

board?eligible Academic Physiatrist, to join our expanding Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (open rank). We welcome applicants with interests in general rehabilitation medicine and neurorehabilitation. Clinical opportunities are available in both inpatient and outpatient settings at Frazier Rehabilitation Institute, the U.S. News & World Report–recognized Top Rehabilitation Hospital in Kentucky.

 

This exceptional academic program offers abundant opportunity for teaching, research, and clinical practice in a collegial environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate clinical, academic, and research interests in general rehabilitation medicine and/or neurorehabilitation as well as the desire to advance toward becoming our PM&R Residency Program Director, with a commitment to educate residents and treat patients. The PM&R Residency Program started over 50 years ago. It is a categorical program with four residents per year. We achieve a 100% match rate each year with all our graduating residents securing the fellowship of their choice. The University of Louisville and UofL Health offer competitive salary and outstanding benefits as well as a supportive and collaborative environment. Compensation and rank are commensurate with experience.

Essential Functions:

• Assesses the physical status of clients through interview, health history and physical examination and both inpatient and outpatient services.
• Formulates treatment plans for health problems and follow-ups.
• Writes prescriptions for medication, blood tests and routine diagnostic and follow-up studies and therapeutic measures.
• Evaluates the quality of care provided and recommends changes for improvement.
• Shares clinical expertise with personnel.
• Documents and reports care in an accurate and timely manner.

Education:

• Medical Doctorate degree

Experience:

• Epic EMR experience is preferred.
• Strong computer and keyboarding skills

Licensure:

• Physician license for state of Kentucky

Certification:

• ACLS/BLS Certification