Physician - PM&R (Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation)
- Req No.
- 2025-9149
- Company
- Central Health
- Job Locations
- US-TX-Austin
- Category
- Professionals
- Type
- Regular Full-Time
Overview
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) Physician to join our multidisciplinary team. In this position you will collaborate with patients, their families, and our multidisciplinary staff to offer specialized consultation and comprehensive care helping our patients achieve optimal functional outcomes, manage pain, and improve quality of life. This role involves diagnosing and treating a variety of musculoskeletal, neurological, and rehabilitation conditions while collaborating with other healthcare providers to develop individualized care plans.
Working in a multi-specialty environment, you will coordinate closely with other specialties to ensure holistic care. This is a full-time outpatient role, with direct clinical sessions divided between in-person visits, nursing facility visits, video consultations, e-consults, and e-reviews. You may supervise advanced practice providers and serve as an attending physician for learners at various levels.
This position will work closely with the Associate Director of Medical Specialty and take an active leadership role in developing the PM& R program. You will also help design clinical workflows to improve access to care, support evidence-based practices, and enhance efficiency.
Central Health's mandate is to serve as the safety net for individuals in the county who need healthcare services. Mission alignment and an empathetic approach are key to advancing health equity, inclusion, patient experience, and positive clinical outcomes.
Responsibilities
Provides and manages direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnostics, diagnoses, and treatment for a specified patient population. Prescribes medications, treatment regimens, and other interventions based on the patient’s medical condition. |
Evaluate and manage patients with physical impairments, disabilities, or pain due to injuries, illnesses, or chronic conditions. Develop and implement comprehensive rehabilitation and treatment plans focused on restoring function and improving patient outcomes. Prescribe physical therapy, occupational therapy, and other non-surgical interventions as appropriate. Provide interventional procedures such as joint injections, trigger point injections, or spine-related treatments based on expertise. |
Refers patients to specialists and additional care services as necessary to ensure comprehensive treatment. |
Utilizes electronic health records (EHR) to document patient interactions, treatment plans, and clinical notes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards. |
Educates patients and their families on procedures, home care instructions, and follow-up care requirements. |
Communicates clearly and professionally with patients, families, and colleagues through various modalities. Demonstrates professional management skills, including planning, organizing, and scheduling work efficiently and productively. |
Directs and coordinates the patient care activities of nursing and support staff as required. May manage the daily operations of specific medical programs or research initiatives. |
Directs and supervises advanced practice providers as required. May train and supervise medical students and residents engaged in specialty activities and procedures, as appropriate. |
Ensures adherence to departmental policies, safety protocols, quality improvement goals, and infection control standards. |
Participates in specified health promotion, education and/or prevention programs. |
Contributes to the design and implementation of clinical workflows aimed at improving care access, supporting evidence-based practices, and enhancing efficiency. |
Collaborates with clinical and operational leaders to maintain alignment with organizational objectives and foster a team-oriented environment. |
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. |
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Education Level |
Education Details | Required/ Preferred |
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Doctorate | M.D or D.O degree
| Required | and |
| Completion of an Accredited Residency in PM&R | Required | and |
| Completion of Accredited Fellowship in Pain Medicine, Sports Medicine, Spinal Cord Injury, Cancer Rehabilitation, Brain Injury, Pediatric Rehabilitation, Hospice & Palliative Medicine, or Neuromuscular Medicine. | Preferred | and |
| Board Certification or Board Eligibility (if within 2 years of residency) in PM&R | Required |
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Work Experience
Experience |
Experience Details | Required/ Preferred |
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2 years | of clinical experience in the relevant specialty. | Required |
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5 years | of clinical experience in the relevant specialty. | Preferred |
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Licenses and Certifications
Licenses/Certifications |
Licenses/Certification Details |
Time Frame | Required/ Preferred |
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MD - Physician - State Licensure | Unrestricted License to practice medicine in the state of Texas. | Upon Hire | Required | or |
DO - Doctor of Osteopathy | Unrestricted License to practice medicine in the state of Texas. | Upon Hire | Required | and |
DEA License | Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration for the purpose of writing prescriptions for controlled substances. | Upon Hire | Required | and |
BCLS - Basic Life Support | Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) ‐ Obtained through approved American Heart Association or Red Cross. | Upon Hire | Required |
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