Physiatry/Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician

JOB OVERVIEW
• Job Title: Physician Physiatry
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Colchester, VT
• Service Setting: Inpatient
• Coverage Type: Clinical Only
• Coverage Period: 07/28 31/2025 (with ongoing needs expected)
• Clinical Shift Schedule: 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
• On-Call Shift Schedule: Evenings
• Call Type: Beeper
COVERAGE DATES
• 07/28/2025 to 08/01/2025
• 09/13/2025 to 09/17/2025
• Additional inpatient rehab coverage needs anticipated
PATIENT INFORMATION
• Patient Demographics: Adults (Inpatient Rehab)
• Patient Volume/Census: Up to 20 patients/day
• Admissions: Yes
• Rounding: Included
• Phone Consults: Yes
• Case Mix: Inpatient Rehabilitation
FACILITY INFORMATION
• No. of Beds in Department: 20
• EMR System: Epic
• Office Equipment Available: TBD
• Specialty Backup Available: Hospitalist on unit
• Support Staff Available: RNs, PT/OT, case management
• Reason for Coverage: Unexpected leave and anticipated future needs
PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
• Temporary Privileges Available: TBD
• Credentialing Timeline: ASAP (goal within 1 week if candidate identified)
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
• Rate: TBD
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered
JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Licenses: Active VT license preferred
• Board: Board Certified in PM&R (American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation)
• DEA: Active DEA Certification
• Certifications: BLS
• Experience: Experience in inpatient rehabilitation
• Other Qualifications: Proficiency with EMR (Epic)
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide inpatient physiatry coverage for a 20-bed rehab unit
• Manage patient care independently (no supervision required)
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary support staff (hospitalist, RNs, PT/OT, case managers)
• Take call coverage during evenings around scheduled dates
• Maintain flexibility for potential future coverage opportunities