Job Description

We are looking for an experienced physiatrist to join our medical team. You will work with a variety of patients and assist them in restoring optimal physical function and help them improve their quality of life. Many of your patients will be disabled due to a disease, disorder, or injury.

To be successful as a physiatrist you will need to be able to treat a wide variety of medical conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord, nerves, bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and tendons of patients.



Physiatrist Responsibilities:


Examining patients that need to undergo physical therapy. Diagnosing pain as a result of an injury, disease, or a disabling condition. Determining and implementing appropriate treatment plans for patients. Recommending and undertaking various medical procedures, such as disc decompression, prolotherapy, and vertebroplasty to treat pain and improve physical functioning. Leading a team of medical professionals, which may include physical therapists and occupational therapists, in order to optimise patient care. Monitoring ongoing progress and health of patients, and changing treatment plans, as necessary. Providing adaptive tools to improve the overall health and physical functioning of patients. Counselling patients and their families and helping them adapt to lifestyle changes. Providing support and advice to patients receiving long-term care. Conducting research on injuries, diseases, and disabling conditions in order to improve and advance treatments.

Requirements:


A degree in medicine and specialization in Physical Therapy and rehabilitation or Osteopathic medicine Current licence of practice in country of origin Excellent English verbal and written communication skills Proven managerial experience

Professional Experience:


* Minimum of 3 years experience in a Rehabilitation position