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Pediatric Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician Career Opportunity
Louisville, Kentucky
Norton Childrens Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, affiliated with the UofL School of M edicine, and a part of Norton Childrens Medical Group, is seeking a pediatric physical medicine and rehabilitation physician.
The practice sees over 4,000 patients annually, 400 of which are new patients who need specialty care for conditions such as cerebral palsy, traumatic brain injuries, spina bifida, spasticity and many others. The rehabilitation team works closely with families to create unique treatment plans that address the needs of each child, including all aspects of a childs quality-of-life function. These plans and goals are created using current technology, research and rehab techniques in addition to play and ageappropriate activities. Close collaboration with each family ensures that everyone knows what to expect from the treatment plan.
Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine is a subspecialty of an inherently unique specialty, yet rather than becoming a narrower scope of practice, the opportunities and possibilities for patient care are endless. It is a joy and privilege each day to look for ways to improve the function and quality of life for our patients. We are looking for someone who sees the potential in every situation and is excited to collaborate for the betterment of our patients and their families."
- Catherine P. Schuster, M.D.
- Multi-member practice with active academic and clinical duties
- Administrative and system support from advanced practice providers, licensed practical nurse, medical assistant and scheduling team to deliver patient- and practitioner-focused care
- Opportunities to participate in community outreach clinic
- Opportunities to participate in multidisciplinary clinics
- Collaboration with pediatric subspecialties in all major disciplines
- Collaboration with the University of Louisville School of Medicine
- Chance for significant growth expansion opportunities with multidisciplinary clinics and outreach clinics
- Competitive salary that includes the opportunity for bonus compensation, a signing bonus, relocation reimbursement, continuing medical education funds, licensure reimbursements, four weeks of paid vacation during the first year and more
- Five-day work week with on-call coverage split among all providers
- Comprehensive team approach to maximize skills for daily living and recreation
- Focus on school reintegration
- Diagnosis and treatment of pain resulting from injury, illness or disability condition
- Collaboration with Camp @ Frazier, an inpatient, intense rehabilitation program of UofL Health - Frazier Rehabilitation Institute for restoring independence
- Botox treatment for spasticity, refractory torticollis and drooling
- Medical degree / diploma
- Board certified / board eligible
- Kentucky medical license or license eligible
Medical Director, Pediatric Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
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Discuss this opportunity with Tracy Shaughnessy, Manager - Provider Recruitment , Norton Children's Medical Group :
Call or Text Recruiter : (502) 609-3672
Email Recruiter : tracy.shaughnessy@nortonhealthcare.org
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Norton Medical Group
4803 Olympia Park Plaza, Suite 1100
Louisville, KY 40241
