Physician​/Physical Medicine and Rehab​/Rhode​/J1​/H1b: Outpatient Physiatrist

Position: Physician / Physical Medicine and Rehab / Rhode Island / Permanent / J1/H1b: Outpatient Physiatrist invited to
Providence, RI:
We have an exciting new position for an OUTPATIENT PHYSIATRIST to join a growing Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation team seeing the patients of two major medical centers in this desirable capital city 45 minutes south of Boston. Join a group of enthusiastic, caring clinicians using the latest tools and working together every day to improve the health and quality of life of patients.

Fellows and Residents finishing their PM&R training can apply now. J1 or H1b visa sponsorship may be available. You could develop a subspecialty interest in areas such as Neurology or Cancer Rehab. Candidates with experience doing EMGs will receive priority attention, though this is not required.

Enjoy a convenient weekday schedule in this rewarding, multi-faceted role. You will see, evaluate and follow up with patients to (in part) assess for potential placement in an inpatient acute rehabilitation center. This group uses a team-based approach, collaborating with specialists including Hospitalists and fellow Physiatrists, Therapists, Advanced Practice Providers, Nurses and more.

The employer is a large multi-specialty system with Ivy League affiliations. In addition to providing direct patient care you will have excellent options to participate in research and (with a potential academic appointment) to teach residents and medical students. You will serve as a PM&R Ambassador, developing relationships with referring providers in the community.

You will earn a highly competitive salary plus incentive bonuses and benefits including relocation assistance, paid liability insurance with tail coverage, health, disability and life insurance, participation in a range of retirement plans with employer contributions, 4 weeks of paid vacation time plus 9 paid holidays, an additional week of PTO with a budget for your CME, and more.

Rhode Island is best known for sandy shores and seaside Colonial towns. 400 miles of coastline explain the nickname, The Ocean State. Although the smallest state (37 miles wide and 48 miles long), recreational opportunities are all around with 37 golf courses golf, and many scenic trails for hiking and biking. Rhode Island has over a hundred fresh and saltwater beaches, and numerous islands.

The state is popular with sailors, swimmers, and all manner of water sports enthusiasts.

Providence, one of the oldest cities in the US, has 1.6 million residents in a metro area that spills over into southern Massachusetts. This Creative Capital offers a thriving arts community and a wealth of educational resources through several first-rate universities (including Brown and Johnson & Wales) as well as highly regarded public and private schools. Shop in multi-story malls, unique boutiques, big box stores and outlet malls.

Enjoy cuisine ranging from local seafood to international fare, from franchises to chef-owned restaurants, from casual to elegant.

A busy seaport, Providence supports several thriving industries. Local amenities include an international airport, peaceful Waterplace Park (with zoo and botanical center) and a Museum of Natural History with Planetarium. Home settings include condos in the revitalized downtown, family-oriented neighborhoods in numerous suburbs, or country acreage available outside the city.

Providence is 45 minutes from Boston, making it easy to visit historic sites, many more restaurants, live music, theatre or ballet, and world-championship sports with the Red Sox, Celtics, Bruins or Patriots. Or visit Cape Cod for a peaceful day of fishing, sailing or antiquing. The sparkly casinos and entertainment venues of neighboring Connecticut are close by. Explore Newport and tour the famous vintage mansions, join the summer Jazz Festival, or have a relaxing beach day.

New York City is just 3 hours away.

Contact us today to learn more about this brand new position.

Position Highlights:

New position in desirable city of 1.6M people

Relocation assistance to friendly, welcoming community

Secure employment with respected healthcare system

VISA SPONSORSHIP may be available for J1/H1bState-of-the-art clinical and research environment Interesting mix of practice, research & teaching Highly competitive base salary with incentive bonuses

Paid liability insurance with tail coverage

Health, disability and life insurance4 weeks of paid vacation time as well as 9 paid holidays Additional week of PTO with a budget for your CMEChoice of retirement plans with employer contributions

Active participation in specialty conferences encouraged!

Rewarding role improving the quality of life of your patients!