Physiatry​/Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician

Location: A city located in southwestern Arizona, United States known for its desert climate, abundant sunshine, and agricultural production. This city is situated along the Colorado River and has a rich history, including its role as a major river crossing and a hub for agriculture in the region. Approximately 170 miles to San Diego, California and 180 miles to Phoenix, Arizona!

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.
• Provider needed - More than 5

Compensation: Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.