ENCOMPASS HEALTH REHABILITATION HOSPITAL OF ALBUQUERQUE NM Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Albuquerque NM is seeking an experienced PM&R physician as inpatient Medical Director. This physician will join a well-established and highly regarded hospital in providing the best outcomes for our patients. This 87 bed IRF has disease-specific certifications in Neuro, Stroke, Spine, and Ortho care. OPPORTUNITY HIGHLIGHTS We are looking for a full time PM&R Medical Director leader interested in building a practice to serve the Albuquerque community. Medical Director Stipend Independent physician model Self-directed schedule and workflow High earnings potential Quality-focused programs ENCOMPASS HEALTH PM&R MEDICAL DIRECTOR DESCRIPTION The Medical Director oversees the programmatic quality and integrity of the hospitals rehabilitation services. He/she plays a pivotal role in optimizing the overall clinical care of the hospital while also providing clinical care to patients. Partner with the CEO to advance the hospitals position as the inpatient rehabilitation hospital of choice in the location service area. Enhance hospitals patient satisfaction rankings to exceed the Encompass Health average and achieve a consistent top 10 clinical ranking. Establish strong relationships with other specialists in the market area to make them aware of the benefits and the criteria for inpatient rehabilitation. Since a patients opportunity for inpatient rehabilitation is dependent upon referrals from other specialists and acute care providers, the Medical Directors role in educating other clinicians and developing confidence in the hospitals services is critical to the hospitals success and patient access to appropriate services Develop a known and visible presence within the hospital with a reputation for being accessible and approachable among the staff, patients and families. Medical Director will be generously compensated for administrative services PM&R Physician will establish a private practice to include a caseload of medically complex inpatient rehabilitation patients and an outpatient rehabilitation practice if he or she chooses.  The Physiatrist will set up a relationship with an independent billing company and retain 100% of his/her own billing and collections.  Encompass Health hospitals are extremely busy with high patient volumes - Encompass Health has its own well-trained outreach teams that identify appropriate inpatient rehabilitation candidates from surrounding areas WHERE YOU WILL PRACTICE - ALBUQUERQUE NM Enjoy 310 days of sunshine per year! If you crave some snow, it's only a quick trip away to skiing and snowboarding. Enjoy a diverse and vibrant culture with arts, food, and festivals. QUALIFICATIONS MD or DO with state medical license or willingness to obtain state license Board Certified or Board Eligible in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Patient-centered commitment to excellence Excellent interpersonal and communications skills 2+ years of Hospital-based physiatry experience preferred WHY ENCOMPASS HEALTH? High Income Potential High Patient Volumes Flexible Schedules Medicine and specialty support