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Boston Medical Center Health System - Boston Medical Center – Brighton is searching for a skilled, patient-focused Physiatrist to join our healthcare team. The Physiatrist will be responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients with a variety of orthopedic impairments and disabilities. Physiatrist responsibilities include the management of patient rehabilitation, creating customized treatment plans, conducting physical exams, administration of therapeutic injections with or without ultrasound guidance, and monitoring patient progress. Our ideal candidates are well-versed in the latest rehabilitation techniques and have a compassionate approach towards patients. Ultimately, the role of the Physiatrist is to improve the functional abilities and quality of life of patients with physical impairments or disabilities. Responsibilities include evaluating patients’ physical and functional abilities; diagnosing and treating illnesses or injuries that affect physical functioning; developing individualized treatment plans involving physical therapy, medications, assistive devices, or therapeutic exercises; coordinating with other healthcare professionals such as physical therapists, occupational therapists, and neurologists to provide multidisciplinary care; monitoring patients’ progress and adjusting treatment plans as necessary; providing guidance and counseling to patients and their families regarding disability management and prevention; ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests like X-rays, MRIs, labs and electromyography; performing procedures like spinal injections and nerve conduction studies; documenting patient’s medical history, treatment plans, and progress; performing comprehensive physical examinations of patients; developing and implementing patient management policies and procedures; diagnosing and managing acute and chronic conditions; documenting and maintaining patient medical records; participating in professional development activities and maintaining current knowledge of treatment practices. Qualifications include proven work experience as a Physiatrist, board certification in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, active state medical license, excellent knowledge of therapeutic rehabilitation, ability to build rapport with patients and their families, outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree, and a preferred but not required certificate in Ultrasound diagnosis.

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