Physiatry/Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician at BAS Healthcare summary:
A Physiatry/Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician in Portland, Oregon, providing medical disability examination services for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. The role involves conducting interview-based exams with physical assessments for patients, primarily focusing on general medicine and traumatic brain injuries, with no prescribing or treatment involved. The position requires board certification in relevant specialties and proficiency in various diagnostic evaluations, while offering flexible PRN scheduling with competitive compensation.
Location: Portland, Oregon! A vibrant city known for its lush greenery, quirky culture, and thriving arts scene. Portland is often referred to as the "City of Roses" due to its abundant rose gardens. The city is also renowned for its coffee shops, craft breweries, and food carts serving a variety of cuisines. This opportunity is available in another part of Oregon as well.
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:
Physiatry, Physical Medicine, Rehabilitation Physician, Disability Evaluation, Veterans Affairs, Medical Examination, Traumatic Brain Injury, General Medicine, Health Care, Board Certified
