Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Needed in MD

Job Description

We are seeking a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician Assistant for a 120-day assignment in Maryland. This role involves covering an inpatient rehabilitation unit, working Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Cover the inpatient rehabilitation unit.
• Manage a patient census of approximately 10-12 patients per day.
• Prepare patient notes and round with the physician.
• Collaborate with the physician on charting responsibilities.
• Handle admission and discharge orders, averaging two of each daily.
• Conduct follow-up with patients.
• Care for an older patient population, often presenting with limb salvage needs, foot injuries, and dialysis requirements.
• Contribute to comprehensive inpatient rehab programs including Amputation, Brain Injury, Cancer, Cardiac, Orthopedic, Spinal Cord Injury and Disease, and Stroke Rehabilitation.

Additional Information

• Board Certification in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation is required.
• EMR: Cerner
• Inpatient setting within a rehabilitation center.
• Expected patient volume of approximately 10-12 patients per day.
• Collaborative staffing model involving physician and APP pairings.

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities