Job Overview:Hospitalists admit patients, you would act as the consultant. Enjoy an employee affiliation. Close to Boston. Distance from Boston:1 hour from Boston.
Practice Features:Work with the Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation.
Join a staff of 5 physiatrists (some full time, some part time) at the hospital.
The patient population includes stroke, neuro, and orthopedic cases.
U of MA Memorial discharges some of their patients to Fairlawn and there are patients discharged from other facilities as well.
Bed size – 110, Census-typically 85% -95% of capacity.
Hospitalists available.
Responsibilities:While a consult service at Fairlawn, the physiatrists co-manage the patients with Internal Medicine.
Consulting, not the primary physician for the patient.
See approximately 15-20 patients/day.
An academic appointment, commensurate with credentials and experience, is also available.
Clinical and basic research opportunities are extensive in this stimulating and collegial academic environment.
There is some academic requirement as all active medical staff are required to maintain a faculty appointment at U of MA Medical School. They do not have a physiatry residency or fellowship program, so that piece of academics is minimal. There is some requirement for didactic education for the orthopedic residents.
Compensation:A highly competitive compensation/benefits package with compensation incentivized to benefit productive clinicians.
The incentive has an RVU component to it. An additional incentive is possible due to academic, teaching, and service activities.
Average compensation range is $250,000 – $300,000.
Choice of Medical Plans and Dental plans.
Group Life Insurance at no cost with the option to purchase additional coverage.
Long-term disability plan.
Start with 4 weeks' vacation, Eleven holidays.
Retirement; 8% of base salary up to a maximum of $30K, plus a $2K contribution by the employer. Voluntary contribution options also available.
Candidate Qualifications:Board Certified/Qualified in physiatry.
Should possess strong academic credentials as well as a commitment to excellence in patient care, research, and teaching.
Visa holders will be considered.
Community Features:Rich in history and cultural diversity.
The area offers a broad range of excellent primary and secondary schools, as well as several highly regarded colleges and universities.
It also offers a variety of affordable housing options from newly renovated condominiums in town to gracious Victorian homes in more suburban locales.
The area boasts numerous restaurants, theatre groups, museums, and concert venues.
It also offers easy access to Boston, Cape Cod, and Providence RI, all of which are less than an hour's drive away.
In short, the area provides a myriad of social, cultural, and recreational amenities making it a truly desirable location in which to practice and live.
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