Physiatrist (PM&R) - Umphysicians
Edina, MN
About the Job
University of Minnesota Physicians (M Physicians) is a non-profit organization seeking driven individuals in both clinical and non-clinical areas to help transform health and medicine. Headquartered in Minneapolis, our organization employs more than 1,200 physicians, 300 advanced practice providers and 2,200 health professionals and staff throughout Minnesota and beyond.
Join us on a mission to advance medicine.
The Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Division of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R), at the University of Minnesota announces an outstanding opportunity to join a dynamic and growing academic medicine department as a full-time academic physiatrist. We are seeking a dynamic and energetic professional who desires to be a part of the M Health Fairview multi-disciplinary, patient-centered, General Physiatry Program.
As a physiatrist, the candidate’s responsibility will include working with the PM&R Medical Director/Division Director and leadership to expand our physiatry program. The ideal candidate will be committed to excellent patient care, possess strong clinical skills, have outstanding interpersonal skills, and have an interest in education and scholarly activity. The Department is strongly committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Physiatrists must be a graduate of an accredited PM&R residency training program, be board-certified or board-eligible with the American Board of PM&R (ABPM&R), be eligible to obtain a Minnesota Board of Medical Practice license, and meet threshold criteria/qualifications for credentialing and privileges. Applicants must possess the skills to manage change and communicate effectively in a rapidly expanding department. Enthusiasm, a collaborative nature, and an interest in cultivating a thriving academic PM&R practice are essential to the success of the department.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience collaborating with individuals across multiple departments, practices, and health systems.
- Experience with botulinum toxins injections to treat spasticity, dystonia, and migraines/headaches.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide outpatient General Physiatry care within the M Health Fairview system. Patients served include patients suffering from stroke, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, amputee, multiple sclerosis, musculoskeletal injuries, complex neurological conditions, prehabilitation, migraine/headache, as well as complex medical conditions.
- Work with the PM&R Medical Director/Division Director and leadership to build strong relationships with referring departments and units to maintain and strengthen the program.
- Participation in call coverage at the Acute Rehabilitation Unit (IRF) on a rotating basis.
- Provide cross-coverage of inpatient services for absences, as needed.
- Working with APP’s and trainees (medical students, residents, fellows, visiting students, and other allied health professionals) in inpatient and outpatient settings.
- Close all patient encounters before eight (8) calendar days.
As a member of a multidisciplinary team, the candidate will join an active academic physiatry clinical practice and a growing academic department. Faculty members mentor residents, fellows, medical students, and allied health professionals; including teaching, training, and general supervision in a clinical setting. Academic track and rank are determined by the applicant’s qualifications and interests. Academic time is used to pursue scholarly work in the candidate’s area of specialty/research expertise. Faculty will be active in their national organizations and foster an academic environment.
The University of Minnesota offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including:
- Competitive wages, paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
- Funding available for business expense allowances (and clinical practice required expenses for providers)
- Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
- Excellent retirement plans with employer match
- Disability and employer-paid life insurance
- Wellbeing program with reduced insurance premiums
- Health care and dependent daycare flexible spending accounts
- Opportunities for growth and promotion
- Employee Assistance Program
For more information regarding benefits: https://humanresources.umn.edu/new-employees/benefits-summaries.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
To learn more about the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, please visit rehabmedicine.umn.edu.
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION
The University of Minnesota and the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine recognize and value the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. We are committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: diversity.umn.edu.
Rehabilitation Medicine’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
We affirm the contributions of all people in our communities. Diversity and equity are at the core of our mission and threaded through our clinical practice, research, service, and education in the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine and each of its divisions. We welcome and value voices and perspectives from all individuals with intersecting identities and lived experiences and believe that those diverse perspectives contribute significantly to excellence in medicine and rehabilitation.
We explicitly reject bias, discrimination, and exclusion on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. We all are responsible for recognizing, confronting, and addressing bias and discrimination and diligently working for positive change in support of equity, diversity, and inclusion.
APPLY NOW
Applications must be submitted online: https://humanresources.umn.edu/content/find-job. To be considered, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position, attach a cover letter, a resume/CV, a one-page statement of personal goals, and the names and contact information for three (3) references. This position will remain open until filled.
To request an accommodation during the application process, please email employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).
M Physicians offers competitive salary and excellent benefits and provides you with the opportunity to enhance your career in the exciting field of health care through rewarding and challenging assignments and the opportunities for advancement.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
