Physiatrist Job at Encompass Health in Bakersfield, CA

ENCOMPASS HEALTH REHABILITATION HOSPITAL OF BAKERSFIELD CA

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Bakersfield is a freestanding 86-bed acute inpatient rehabilitation hospital. We are seeking a PM&R inpatient physiatrist. Healthy caseload of 15-20 patients and Program Directorship role for a physician desiring a leadership track. At Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Bakersfield, we are committed to helping patients get back to what matters most. We are a leading provider of inpatient rehabilitation for stroke, brain injury, hip fracture and other complex neurological and orthopedic conditions.

PM&R INPATIENT JOB DESCRIPTION HIGHLIGHTS

We are seeking a full-time inpatient PM&R physician to build a practice to serve the Bakersfield community. As an independent private practice physician, you will enjoy daily flexibility and a self-directed workflow. There are opportunities for consulting and no noncompete for other clinical work. For physicians desiring a leadership track, there is an optional Program Directorship with a stipend paid monthly.

Physician Leadership Role
Inpatient caseload 15-20 patients
Signing Advance and Relocation + High Income Potential
Daily flexibility and self-directed workflow
Shared call
Ability to combine consulting and other areas of clinical work
Option to join group
 

WHERE YOU WILL PRACTICE - BAKERSFIELD CA

All the perks of California without the high cost and expense! Enjoy sunshine, temperate weather, and all the outdoor activities. There is music and shopping for the days when you don't feel like trekking the beautiful nearby parks. Afterwards you can enjoy an array of dining options, breweries, and of course the wines that made California famous. For the families, there are farmers markets and excellent activities for children. All within an easy few hours drive to the beaches and the mountains.

QUALIFICATIONS

MD or DO with CA medical licensure or eligible to obtain CA license
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Patient-centered commitment to excellence
Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
Hospital-based physiatry experienced preferred but not required
New Grads encouraged to apply

WHY ENCOMPASS HEALTH?

High income potential
Flexible schedule and self-directed workflow
Leadership track if desired
Medicine and specialty support

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Bakersfield, CA
At Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Bakersfield, we are committed to helping you regain independence after a life-changing illness or injury. An 86 bed freestanding hospital serving California and the greater Bakersfield area, we are a leading provider of rehabilitation after stroke, spinal cord injury, hip fracture and other complex neurological and orthopedic conditions.

Our inpatient rehabilitation hospital uses an interdisciplinary team approach that includes physical, speech and occupational therapists, rehabilitation physicians, rehabilitation nurses, case managers, dietitians and more, combined with our advanced technology and expertise, to help you achieve your goals. You will receive at least three hours of therapy five days per week while under the constant care of registered nurses, many of whom specialize in rehabilitation, and frequent independent private practice physician* visits.

*The hospital provides access to independent physicians.