Locum MD (Medical Doctor), DO (Osteopathic Doctor) Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Description

This is a contract, on-site position at the Associate experience level, offering a valuable opportunity to provide high-quality rehabilitative care within a dynamic clinical environment.

In this role, you will evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with musculoskeletal, neurological, and functional impairments. You will develop individualized treatment plans that may include therapeutic interventions, rehabilitation strategies, and coordinated care with allied health professionals to help patients restore mobility, function, and quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of patients with musculoskeletal, neurological, and functional disorders
• Diagnose conditions and develop individualized physical medicine and rehabilitation treatment plans
• Prescribe and oversee therapeutic interventions, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and assistive devices
• Perform electrodiagnostic studies and interpret results when clinically indicated
• Coordinate care with physical therapists, occupational therapists, and other allied health professionals
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans to optimize functional outcomes
• Document patient encounters accurately and maintain compliant medical records
• Educate patients and families on rehabilitation goals, home exercise programs, and injury prevention
• Collaborate with referring physicians to ensure continuity of care
• Adhere to clinical guidelines, regulatory requirements, and practice standards

Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree
• Board certification or eligibility in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R)
• Valid, unrestricted medical license in the State of California
• DEA registration and active controlled substance prescribing privileges
• Associate-level clinical experience in physical medicine and rehabilitation
• Strong knowledge of musculoskeletal, neurological, and rehabilitative medicine
• Proficiency in electrodiagnostic testing and interpretation (preferred)
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient-centered care skills
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary on-site environment
• Strong documentation skills and familiarity with electronic health record systems

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8a-5p

Setting: Outpatient

Duties: Interventional procedures and development of personalized pain management plans

Required Procedures: Nerve blocks, spinal injections, and other minimally invasive procedures

EMR: Epic

Must be board-certified or board-eligible

CSR and DEA required

Paid travel & expenses