The Pain Management Physician provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment of patients with acute, chronic, and cancer-related pain. This role emphasizes multidisciplinary, evidence-based pain management strategies, including interventional procedures, medication management, and coordination of care to improve patient function and quality of life. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Evaluate and manage patients with acute and chronic pain conditions
Diagnose and treat musculoskeletal, neuropathic, spine-related, and cancer-related pain syndromes
Develop individualized, multimodal pain management plans
Perform interventional pain procedures consistent with training and privileges (e.g., injections, nerve blocks, ablations, neuromodulation as applicable)
Manage pharmacologic pain therapies in accordance with clinical guidelines and regulatory requirements
Coordinate care with primary care providers, surgeons, physical therapy, behavioral health, and other specialists
Educate patients regarding pain conditions, treatment options, and functional goals
Monitor treatment effectiveness and adjust care plans as needed
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and outcomes initiatives
Supervise and collaborate with advanced practice providers and clinical staff as applicable
Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school
Completion of an accredited residency program (e.g., Anesthesiology, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Neurology, Psychiatry, or related specialty)
Completion of an accredited Pain Medicine fellowship
Board-eligible or board-certified in Pain Medicine
Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure
DEA registration or eligibility
Expertise in interventional and non-interventional pain management
Strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills
Knowledge of safe opioid prescribing and regulatory compliance
Excellent communication and patient counseling abilities
Ability to manage complex, chronic pain conditions
Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care
Outpatient pain management clinics, procedure suites, and ambulatory surgery centers
Limited inpatient consultation responsibilities depending on practice model
Ability to stand and sit for extended periods during clinic and procedures
Manual dexterity for interventional techniques
Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for patient assessment and procedural care