Pediatric Physiatry Rehabilitation Physician at Legacy Health

Portland, Oregon, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 May, 26

Salary

148.88

Posted On

01 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Pediatric Rehabilitation, Patient Care, Consultation, Collaboration, Teaching, Administrative Duties, Medical Coordination, Quality Assurance, Policy Development, Teamwork, Training, Evaluation, Communication, Multidisciplinary Teamwork, Outpatient Services, Inpatient Services

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Overview JOB SUMMARY: The Pediatric Rehabilitation Specialist is a member of the medical staff of Legacy Portland Hospitals and is responsible for patient care, consultation and collaboration with other providers, teaching and administrative duties, within the area of Pediatric Rehabilitation Services. GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: CLINICAL Provides direct medical care and consultation services for children requiring rehabilitation services at Legacy Portland Hospitals or who are referred for outpatient evaluation or services. Provides or arranges coverage or cross coverage for Pediatric Rehabilitation Services twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week together with other physical medicine specialists and pediatricians on the LPH medical staff. Responds promptly in writing to referral source with evaluation and suggested plan of care. Provides telephone consultative services as appropriate for children with injuries and/or disabilities possibly requiring rehabilitation services. Provides medical coordination of direct patient care delivered by multidisciplinary team including therapists. ADMINISTRATION Participates in the development and implementation of standards, policies, protocols, and quality assurance guidelines for the care of hospitalized children and outpatients receiving rehabilitation services, together with the administrative team and the Chief of Pediatrics. Participates in selecting, training and evaluating personnel providing pediatric rehabilitation services. Participates with physicians, surgeons, support services and other hospital personnel in coordinating the care of children receiving rehabilitation services. Facilitates the transfer of patients between the clinical units and Rehabilitation Service. Meets regularly with appropriate line administrators and colleagues, to review clinical and administrative issues. Participates regularly in the teaching activities of the Department of Pediatrics including resident, student, nurse, and therapist education and outreach continuing medical education. Serves on Department, Hospital, and Legacy Health System committees as requested. Education: Graduate of four-year U.S. Medical School or equivalent. Certification/Licensure: Board eligible/certified in Pediatrics and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation or equivalent training and experience. Unrestricted license to practice medicine in the applicable state. Active member in good standing of Legacy Portland Hospital Medical Staff. LEGACY’S VALUES IN ACTION: Follows guidelines set forth in Legacy’s Values in Action. Applications can be accessed through our website at, Careers | For Health Professionals | Legacy Health. For additional information please email Forrest Brown, FoBrown@LHS.org. Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled. Sorry, no J-1 waivers available. Pay Range USD $98.60 - USD $148.88 /Hr. Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing. If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed. Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. To learn more about our employee benefits click here: www.legacyhealth.org/For-Health-Professionals/careers/benefiting-you

Responsibilities

The Pediatric Rehabilitation Specialist provides direct medical care and consultation services for children requiring rehabilitation services. They also participate in administrative duties, teaching, and the development of care standards and protocols.