Department: Physiatry

Position Type: Full Time, 1.0 FTE

Shift Type: Days, plus call

Pioneering healthcare since 1896, Salem Health is a top workplace offering market-leading pay where you can make a difference in the lives of those in the community where you live. Through incorporation of Lean driven principles, staff are able effect change in the organization to solve problems and drive continuous improvement.

 As an employer of choice, we are devoted to assuring that we provide a safe, healthy, and patient-centric workplace, while keeping staff wellbeing and satisfaction top of mind.

 We invite you to learn more about our wonderful community: There’s something about Salem, Oregon!

Responsibilities

Provide medical service to assigned patients and coordinate aspects of care within the parameters of specialty including but not limited to:

• Act as treatment team leader to develop an appropriate an appropriate rehabilitation treatment plan.

• Provide appropriate patient procedures, achieves patient outcomes, provides for patient comfort during medical and surgical procedures, and maintains the highest standards of patient education, infection control, and safety, patient satisfaction, and quality of care; communicates effectively with patients and their families

• Evaluate appropriateness for Inpatient Rehab level of care and, if not appropriate, makes alternative recommendation. 

• Leads the interdisciplinary team to establish a written plan of care at admission and intervals specified in the plan. 

• Participation in on-call coverage. 

• Participation in the follow-up care of patients in the SH outpatient clinic as directed by the PM&R Medical Director. 

• Understands Lean principles and utilizes Lean tools to improve care 

• Participate in the development and implementation of clinical pathways, protocols, and other clinical effectiveness projects 

• Participate with the Hospital’s Care Management Coordinators, Discharge Planners and staff in maintaining effective utilization and resource management, medical record appropriateness, and appropriate discharge planning. 

• Participate in patient rounding, triage and disposition to expedite patient flow throughout the organization and assist with patient placement and census management efforts. 

• Participate as requested by the PM&R Medical Director, in periodic team meetings, email, and/or other communication methods to foster effective working relationships and reduce variation in practice patterns. 

• Perform such other services as are reasonably assigned by the PM&R Medical Director. 

• Participate with team members to assure providers within the rehabilitation unit meet the rehabilitation patient satisfaction metrics annually. 

• Model, mentor and work with other rehabilitation team members to assure continuous improvement in patient satisfaction.

• Maintain excellent working relationships and communication with the other physician members of the Physical Medicine Program, support personnel provided to the Rehabilitation Program, Hospital Administration, and Salem Hospital Medical Staff. 

Why Salem Health?

At Salem Health we take pride in our status as an award winning, independent health care institution providing the region with its only Level II trauma center and 644 acute care beds. That independence empowers us to make nimble, patient-centric decisions without external constraints, fostering an environment where our physicians can shape and elevate the quality of care we provide to our community. Recognized as a Top Workplace in Oregon and honored multiple times by the community, Salem Health fosters a supportive and rewarding work environment.

Welcome to Salem, Oregon

Offering a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural richness, Salem is a wonderful area to call home. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, enjoy the breathtaking scenery of lush vineyards and picturesque landscapes, creating an ideal environment for all outdoor enthusiasts. Our vibrant community fosters a welcoming atmosphere, with diverse cultural events, local festivals and a thriving arts scene, ensuring there's always something exciting to explore. Additionally, Salem's strategic location provides easy access to the culture of Portland, the stunning Oregon coast and the majestic Cascade Mountains, offering a myriad of recreational opportunities year-round.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact physician.recruitment@salemhealth.org