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Posted: 31-Mar-25
Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
Internal Number: R0025326
The University of Minnesota's Department of Rehabilitation Medicine invites a passionate, dynamic academic physiatrist to join our growing Division of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) as a full-time Medical Director of a 30-bed, CARF-accredited, comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation facility within a large academic healthcare center. This is an exceptional opportunity to be part of a multidisciplinary, patient-focused program within the M Health Fairview system.
We are seeking a dedicated physiatrist who shares our commitment to providing outstanding patient care, advancing education, and contributing to scholarly activity in the field of physiatry. Our department prides itself on fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds to help us further this mission.
As the Acute Rehabilitation Center (ARC) Medical Director, you will play a pivotal role in serving as a clinical leader to help ensure that exceptional patient care is delivered by fostering positive collaboration among care teams through open communication. The ideal candidate will have experience providing leadership in the inpatient setting, driving the performance of key clinical metrics, and treating complex medical conditions. Additionally, you will contribute to the training and mentorship of the next generation of academic medicine professionals.
Job Duties/Responsibilities:
Leadership & Oversight: Act as the clinical leader of a multidisciplinary team, working collaboratively with the leadership team to organize and oversee physiatry services, ensuring full compliance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and standards. Dedicate a minimum of 20 hours per week to direct patient care at the rehabilitation center, with additional protected administrative time allocated to support leadership responsibilities, program development, and quality improvement initiatives.
Performance & Quality Improvement: Work closely with leadership and staff to develop, monitor, and maintain key performance metrics, process improvements, and quality and safety initiatives.
Hospital Collaboration: Act as a liaison with hospital teams to address critical needs, including capacity management and operational challenges.
Representation & Communication: Represent the ARC in hospital and departmental meetings, effectively communicate key updates, and participate in problem-solving efforts to enhance unit operations.
Regulatory & Compliance Support: Coordinate and oversee preparations for accreditation surveys and regulatory inspections.
Patient-Centered Care: Serve as a role model in delivering comprehensive, patient-centered rehabilitation care. Participate in call coverage for the acute rehabilitation unit on a rotating basis and provide cross-coverage for inpatient services as needed.
Partnership & Relationship Building: Establish and maintain strong relationships with referring departments and units to enhance patient experience and clinical outcomes.
Teaching & Mentorship: Engage in the teaching and mentorship of trainees, including medical students, residents, fellows, visiting students, and other allied health professionals, fostering their clinical and professional development.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
* Completion of an accredited PM&R residency training program.
* Board-certified or board-eligible with the American Board of PM&R (ABPM&R).
* Have at least two (2) years of training, or experience, in the medical management of inpatients requiring rehabilitation services.
* Licensed or ability to obtain and/or maintain Minnesota Board of Medical Practice licensure.
* Ability to obtain and/or maintain DEA certification for the State of Minnesota.
* Meet threshold criteria and qualifications for credentialing and privileging.
* Excellent teaching and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Previous experience as an inpatient rehabilitation facility medical director.
* Previous experience with, and knowledge of, CMS rules and regulations.
* Expertise in CARF accreditation processes and ensuring compliance with Joint Commission.
About the Department
As a member of our multidisciplinary team, you will thrive in a collaborative environment, support the growth of our academic programs, and play an active role in national and local organizations to enhance the field of PM&R. Academic rank and track will be determined based on your qualifications and interests. Faculty members mentor residents, fellows, medical students, and allied health professionals, including teaching, training, and general supervision in a clinical setting.
To learn more about the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, please visit rehabmedicine.umn.edu.
Pay and Benefits
This role is dually employed by University of Minnesota Physicians and the University of Minnesota. Total salary is market competitive and based on AAMC salary benchmarks. Clinical salary, aligned with clinical effort, is provided through M Physicians. The base salary range for this position is $218,458 to $329,980 commensurate with experience, qualifications, and cFTE. The salary from the University is dependent upon the academic effort of the person hired.
M Physicians provides the following benefits:
Substantial 401K employer contribution.
Well-being program including an annual spending allotment, peer coaching, counseling, and concierge services.
Allowance for CME, license, board certification, and DEA fees.
Malpractice insurance coverage.
As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, we are a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
In addition, the University provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes low-cost medical, dental, pharmacy plans, and much more. Additional information can be found here: M Physicians Benefits and University Benefits.
Additional Requirements:
An application for the corresponding academic component of this position should be submitted through the University's employment site: https://hr.myu.umn.edu/jobs/ext/366928
M Health and Clinical Partnerships
Providers practice at affiliated locations under the M Health Fairview shared care delivery system. This partnership represents a collaboration between University of Minnesota Physicians, University of Minnesota Medical Center and Fairview Health Services to build a nationally known academic health system that combines academic and community resources to provide the very best clinical care to patients and communities, while also supporting research and education across the joint healthcare delivery system.
University of Minnesota
The University of Minnesota is among the largest and most prestigious public research universities in the nation. The University Medical School is a world-class institution with a long history of leadership and discoveries that have changed the practice of medicine. The nearly 3,000 outstanding faculty members are committed to achieving excellence in research, clinical care, and developing the next generation of health professionals.
Community Information
We are based in Minneapolis and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in America by U.S. News & World Report. The Minneapolis-St. Paul area offers a high quality of life and a low cost of living. You'll find excellent school systems, a robust economy, an award-winning culinary scene, museums of all types, outstanding theaters, and a reliable international airport. If you love the outdoors, you can enjoy all four seasons with the plethora of lakes, parks, and some of the country's best bike trails!
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