Pain Management Physician Kansas City KS

Physical Med and Rehab Physician (PM&R) / Pain Management Physician Kansas City KS We are looking for an experienced Physician to join our practice in the Kansas City area.

We are seeking a compassionate provider to be our go-to person for ensuring the best patient care possible in our Rehab Hospital / care facilities.

We require the incoming physician to be licensed in both KS and MO, as the physician will be visiting and providing consultations / admissions for patients in IRFs and SNFs in the greater Kansas City area, crossing into both states.

This position entails providing general rehab services and we will consider a PM&R / Physiatrist or a pain physician willing to do general rehab.

Responsibilities :

• History and Physical Exams- General Rehab focused, Examine patients and their medical records, pertinent documents / imaging / labs / test Order and study diagnostic tests (blood tests, X-rays etc.) Review and approve rehabilitation care plans as needed Actively participate in interdisciplinary team and patient care conferences Diagnosis, management and treatment of acute episodic illnesses and stable chronic conditions, evaluation of current therapies, health maintenance, health promotion, illness prevention education and counseling, and management of urgent care matters Prescribe medications Write referrals and consult other physicians for comprehensive patient care Maintain accurate records and schedules- Establishes and maintains a system for tracking and coordinating the designated patient caseload and their progress throughout the entire acute or chronic episode of care Inform patients about their health conditions and prescribed medications Educate patients and their family members on diseases- teaching and counseling to patients and families Collaboration with the healthcare team- Monitors, evaluates, and communicates relevant data regarding clinical problems consulting physicians and appropriate members of the interdisciplinary team Identifies and addresses potential deterrents to compliance with treatment regime.
• Follows up with patients if they are discharged to assess if needs are being met and determines if additional follow-up care is required.

Review and approve rehabilitation care plans as needed and actively participate in interdisciplinary team and patient care conferences Skills :