Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician
Salem, OR, US
Physician
Full Time
Job ID: #14208
Location: Salem Hospital, 890 Oak St. SE, Salem, Oregon 97301
Department: Physiatry
Position Type: Full Time, Exempt
Schedule: Day Shift, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM, 165 Shifts Annually
Your role with us
We’re seeking a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician to join our team. You will have experience in diagnosing and treating a wide range of conditions while working closely with primary care providers, specialists, and rehabilitation team members. You’ll lead individualized rehabilitation plans, mentor colleagues, and drive continuous improvement in patient satisfaction and for our organization. In this role, you’ll partner with hospital staff and leadership to ensure effective care coordination, resource management, and discharge planning. Your expertise will help shape program growth, uphold high-quality standards, and apply Lean principles to improve patient outcomes. This role enjoys a balanced schedule of 165 shifts per year.
Physiatry
Join a collaborative team of 4 other physicians in a 25-bed inpatient rehab unit.
What you’ll do
- Provide comprehensive medical care for assigned patients, coordinating all aspects of rehabilitation within the specialty scope.
- Lead the interdisciplinary team in developing, implementing, and updating individualized rehabilitation plans, ensuring patient safety, comfort, and high-quality outcomes.
- Assess patient eligibility for Inpatient Rehab and recommend alternative care options when appropriate.
- Perform necessary patient procedures and maintain excellence in education, infection control, quality of care, and patient/family communication.
- Contribute to clinical pathways, protocols, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Participate in rounds, patient flow management, outpatient follow-up, and team meetings, collaborating closely with the PM&R Medical Director and rehabilitation staff.
Required qualifications
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine.
- Unrestricted license to practice medicine in Oregon.
- Current DEA certification.
- Board certification or board eligible and certification obtained within 5 years of employment start date.
Additional information
- Knowledge of Lean methodology highly preferred.
Total rewards package
Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations, and professional growth.Click here for details.
Additional offerings
- Up to $20,000 start bonus.
- Relocation assistance.
- Up to $4000 for continuing medical education (CME).
Why Salem Health?
Salem Health is a Top Workplace in Oregon, known for fostering a supportive culture where your contributions truly matter. As an award-winning, independent health care system, we serve our region through Salem Hospital, multiple community clinics and West Valley Hospital, ensuring broad access to high-quality care.
We believe in empowering our teams. Through Lean principles, staff help drive innovation and solve real problems. We also invest in your growth with professional development, tuition assistance, and clear career pathways. At Salem Health, you’ll find more than a job, you’ll find purpose, connection, and room to thrive.
Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.
Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact physician.recruitment@salemhealth.org.
Location: Salem Hospital, 890 Oak St. SE, Salem, Oregon 97301
Department: Physiatry
Position Type: Full Time, Exempt
Schedule: Day Shift, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM, 165 Shifts Annually
Your role with us
We’re seeking a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician to join our team. You will have experience in diagnosing and treating a wide range of conditions while working closely with primary care providers, specialists, and rehabilitation team members. You’ll lead individualized rehabilitation plans, mentor colleagues, and drive continuous improvement in patient satisfaction and for our organization. In this role, you’ll partner with hospital staff and leadership to ensure effective care coordination, resource management, and discharge planning. Your expertise will help shape program growth, uphold high-quality standards, and apply Lean principles to improve patient outcomes. This role enjoys a balanced schedule of 165 shifts per year.
Physiatry
Join a collaborative team of 4 other physicians in a 25-bed inpatient rehab unit.
What you’ll do
- Provide comprehensive medical care for assigned patients, coordinating all aspects of rehabilitation within the specialty scope.
- Lead the interdisciplinary team in developing, implementing, and updating individualized rehabilitation plans, ensuring patient safety, comfort, and high-quality outcomes.
- Assess patient eligibility for Inpatient Rehab and recommend alternative care options when appropriate.
- Perform necessary patient procedures and maintain excellence in education, infection control, quality of care, and patient/family communication.
- Contribute to clinical pathways, protocols, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Participate in rounds, patient flow management, outpatient follow-up, and team meetings, collaborating closely with the PM&R Medical Director and rehabilitation staff.
Required qualifications
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine.
- Unrestricted license to practice medicine in Oregon.
- Current DEA certification.
- Board certification or board eligible and certification obtained within 5 years of employment start date.
Additional information
- Knowledge of Lean methodology highly preferred.
Total rewards package
Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations, and professional growth.Click here for details.
Additional offerings
- Up to $20,000 start bonus.
- Relocation assistance.
- Up to $4000 for continuing medical education (CME).
Why Salem Health?
Salem Health is a Top Workplace in Oregon, known for fostering a supportive culture where your contributions truly matter. As an award-winning, independent health care system, we serve our region through Salem Hospital, multiple community clinics and West Valley Hospital, ensuring broad access to high-quality care.
We believe in empowering our teams. Through Lean principles, staff help drive innovation and solve real problems. We also invest in your growth with professional development, tuition assistance, and clear career pathways. At Salem Health, you’ll find more than a job, you’ll find purpose, connection, and room to thrive.
Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.
Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact physician.recruitment@salemhealth.org.
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