PM&R Inpatient Medical Director, Athens, GA

Encompass Health and Piedmont are doing it again! This will be a 40-bed freestanding rehabilitation hospital in the beautiful community of Athens, Georgia. Excellent state-of-the-art equipment and dedicated staff make this an outstanding opportunity for an experienced PM&R Medical Director.

OPPORTUNITY HIGHLIGHTS

The PM&R Medical Director role is an important leadership position that integrates both administrative direction and daily patient care. We are seeking an experienced physician with an interest in growing a practice to serve the patients of the Athens area.

• Medical Director Stipend paid monthly
• Average patient caseload of 15-20 
• Independent physician model with high earnings potential
• Flexible daily schedule
• Subspecialty consultants
• Encompass Health marketing teams to build census

ENCOMPASS HEALTH PM&R MEDICAL DIRECTOR DESCRIPTION

The Medical Director oversees the programmatic quality and integrity of the hospital’s rehabilitation services. He/she plays a pivotal role in optimizing the overall clinical care of the hospital while also providing clinical care to patients.

Partner with the CEO to advance the hospital’s position as the inpatient rehabilitation hospital of choice in the location service area. Enhance hospital’s patient satisfaction rankings to exceed the Encompass Health average and achieve a consistent top 10 clinical ranking.

Establish strong relationships with other specialists in the market area to make them aware of the benefits and the criteria for inpatient rehabilitation. Since a patient’s opportunity for inpatient rehabilitation is dependent upon referrals from other specialists and acute care providers, the Medical Director’s role in educating other clinicians and developing confidence in the hospital’s services is critical to the hospital’s success and patient access to appropriate services

Develop a known and visible presence within the hospital with a reputation for being accessible and approachable among the staff, patients and families. Medical Director will be generously compensated for administrative services

PM&R Physician will establish a private practice to include a caseload of medically complex inpatient rehabilitation patients and an outpatient rehabilitation practice if he or she chooses.  The Physiatrist will set up a relationship with an independent billing company and retain 100% of his/her own billing and collections.  Encompass Health hospitals are extremely busy with high patient volumes – Encompass Health has its own well-trained outreach teams that identify appropriate inpatient rehabilitation candidates from surrounding areas. 

WHERE YOU WILL PRACTICE

Athens is just outside the Atlanta area. Excellent livability and only and hour and 1/2  to the excitement of the big city! Athens is a peaceful community that offers a variety of real estate, outdoor activities, music and Georgia football! 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• MD or DO with state medical license or willingness to obtain state license 
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 
• Acute Inpatient rehabilitation hospital experience required
• Patient-centered commitment to excellence 
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills 

WHY SET UP A PRACTICE AT AN ENCOMPASS HEALTH HOSPITAL?

• High Income potential
• High patient volumes
• Flexible schedule
• Marketing teams build census for your practice
• Newest rehabilitation technology

Encompass Health is growing again! Encompass Health and Piedmont are building a 40-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital in Athens, GA.  

Such a great opportunity to join this excellent Rehabilitation Hospital of Athens as PM&R Medical Director. With 40 private beds to accommodate acute rehabilitation patients, our hospital is committed to helping patients regain independence after a life-changing illness or injury. Located just outside metro Atlanta, we are a leading provider of inpatient rehabilitation for stroke, brain injury and other complex neurological and orthopedic conditions. 

PM&R INPATIENT JOB DESCRIPTION HIGHLIGHTS

• Medical Director Stipend 
• Internal Medicine coverage provided
• Shared call 1:4
• Flexible Independent Model

WHERE YOU WILL PRACTICE

Living and working in Athens, Georgia offers a blend of vibrant culture, academic influence and southern charm. Athens is famous for its music scene, with many local bands and live music venues. The city offers numerous theaters, galleries and festivals. In addition, home to the University of Geogia, the city has a strong focus on education. Athens provides a lively community with ample professional opportunities, making it an appealing choice for those looking to balance work and a rich personal life!

QUALIFICATIONS

• MD or DO with state license or willingness to obtain state license
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Georgia
• Commitment to quality care
• Excellent interpersonal and communication ski

Facility & Address

• Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Athens

• 1083 Parkway Blvd. Athens GA 30606