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Pain Management Physician (MD/DO) - UNC Health/North Carolina Pain Management

UNC Health Care, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601

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Overview

Description UNC Health / North Carolina Pain Management seeks an experienced Pain Management Physician employed through UNC Health Rex. North Carolina Pain Management is a part of The North Carolina Neuroscience and Spine Center. The North Carolina Neuroscience & Spine Center provides specialized care for individuals with back pain, tailoring treatment solutions to suit each patient's unique needs. Our dedicated team prioritizes a conservative approach, refraining from rushing into surgical recommendations. We are committed to exploring all available avenues of treatment, collaborating with a range of experts (including pain management specialists, physical therapists, and neurosurgeons) to devise a comprehensive care strategy that delivers optimal outcomes. Website: https://www.ncneurospine.com

Job Responsibilities

Discuss medical history with patients to acquire knowledge of healthcare practices.

Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to diagnose pain conditions.

Create and discuss a pain management treatment plan with patients.

Treat patients by employing interventional techniques such as injections and/or other devices.

Prescribe medications, if applicable.

Refer patients for laboratory and diagnostic tests. Assess medical results.

Educate patients on pain management and lifestyle changes.

Communicate pertinent medical records to appropriate specialists as needed.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Strong knowledge of pain mechanisms and pharmacology.

Proficient in interventional pain procedures, including joint injections, nerve blocks, and epidural injections.

Working knowledge of medical equipment such as C-Arm.

Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary care team in a clinic setting.

Strong organizational and time management skills.

Patience, compassion, and the ability to empathize with patients in pain.

Passionate about pain management and dedicated to providing high-quality and safe patient care.

Education & Experience Requirements

A medical degree from an accredited institution.

Valid state medical license.

Board certification in Pain Management.

Dual board certification - Pain Management and Anesthesia (preferred).

Experience with a wide range of pain management practices.

List of procedures

Caudal Steroid Injection

Cervical Epidural Steroid Injection

Cervical Radiofrequency Ablation

Electromyography (EMG)

Facet Joint Injections

Kyphoplasty

Lumbar Epidural Steroid Injections

Lumbar Radiofrequency Ablation

Lumbar Sympathetic Block

Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Steroid Injection

Medial Branch Block

Opioid Therapy

Sacroiliac Joint Steroid Injections

Spinal Cord Stimulator

Trigger Point Injections

About the Community Raleigh, Wake County, is a dynamic and thriving city that blends modern innovation with Southern charm. It offers an urban-suburban mix and a rapidly growing economy with a strong presence in technology, biotech, and the medical industry. The city has a diverse climate with all four seasons and access to nearby mountains and beaches. Raleigh’s cultural scene includes green spaces, museums, art and music communities, gallery walks, concerts, and festivals. The Wake County Public School System is highly regarded for performance metrics.

Raleigh provides an inclusive community that is welcoming to individuals and families alike.

Other Information Education Requirements: * Graduation from an accredited school of medicine.

Licensure/Certification Requirements: * Board Certified Pain Management & Anesthesia (preferred) * DEA; ACLS; MD

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Requirements: * Language Skills: Proficient in English.

Reasoning & Certifications REASONING ABILITY: High-level quantitative and qualitative reasoning skills are essential to diagnose medical and clinical issues presented by patients.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: North Carolina Medical License, DEA License, BLS/ACLS certification preferred. Board certified in Pain Management and Anesthesia (preferred).

Physical Demands & Work Environment PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The job requires sitting, handling, talking, and visual tasks. Ability to lift up to 25 pounds may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable performance of essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Medical office setting with usually moderate noise. High-level reasoning skills are essential to diagnose medical issues.

Job Details Legal Employer: NCHEALTH

Entity: UNC Rex Healthcare

Organization Unit: Rex Pain Clinic

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: US:NC:Raleigh

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: Yes

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email applicant.accommodations@unchealth.unc.edu if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.

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