Pain Physician
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Job Location:
Albuquerque, NM - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
UNM Medical Group Inc. is hiring for a Staff Physician - Pain for Lovelace UNM Rehabilitation Hospital. This opportunity is a full-time (1.0FTE) position located in Albuquerque New Mexico. This Physician will support current pain medicine services lines at UNM and LUNMRH. Chronic pain is one of the most common causes of disability in the state of NM. Historically the state has had one of the highest rates of drug overdose death in the nation. Would also support the PM&R residency program. This physician would support current pain medicine services lines at UNM and LUNMRH.
Summary
Under indirect supervision provides and manages direct health care for a specified patient population.
Minimum Job Requirements of a Staff Pain Physician:
Medical doctor with 3 to 5 years of directly related experience which may include residency in a directly related medical specialty. State of New Mexico and Federal DEA Certification; Medical Specialty License or Certification; Board Certified or Board Eligible in specified area of medical specialty. Verification of education and licensure (if applicable) will be required if selected for hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Resident teaching experience
- Completion of Pain or Spine Medicine Fellowship
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must hold unrestricted medical license
- Must hold M.D. or equivalent
- Must be Board Certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation or American Board of Anesthesiology; or within three years of residency and active in the certification process
Duties and Responsibilities of a Staff Pain Physician:
- Provides and manages direct patient care including physical examinations evaluations assessments diagnoses and treatment for a specified patient population.
- Prescribes pharmaceuticals other medications and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions.
- Refers patients to specialists and to relevant patient care components as appropriate.
- Trains and supervises medical students and residents engaged in specialty activities and procedures as appropriate.
- May manage the daily operations of a specific medical program patient care unit or research function.
- Directs and coordinates the patient care activities of nursing and support staff as required.
- Follows established departmental policies procedures and objectives continuous quality improvement objectives and safety environmental and/or infection control standards.
- As appropriate to the position participates in specified health promotion education and/or prevention programs.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
About UNM Medical Group Inc.
UNM Medical Group Inc. (UNMMG) is the practice plan organization for physicians and other medical providers associated with the UNM Health Sciences Center. UNMMG is a New Mexico non-profit corporation and is an equal opportunity employer. UNMMG strives to mitigate health disparities brought about by technology; we aim to reach underrepresented populations making healthcare more equitable and accessible for all of the people in New Mexico; we have a demonstrated commitment to diversity equity inclusion and student success as well as working with broadly diverse communities.
-Fully paid malpractice insurance
About UNM Medical Group Inc.
Since our creation in 2007 our dynamic organization has continued to grow and form strong partnerships within the UNM Health system. Modern Healthcare recognizes UNMMG in their Best Places to Work recognition for 2025. Weve earned the Platinum Level Family Friendly Business Award from Family Friendly New Mexico. ASPIRE to incorporate the following values into all aspects of our culture and work: we always demonstrate an Attitude of Service with Positivity Integrity and Respect as we strive for Excellence. We are dedicated to embracing and promoting diversity while fostering well-being across New Mexico through cultural humility and respect for everyone.
Benefits:
UNMMG offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefit package which includes medical dental vision and life insurance as well as tuition reimbursement generous paid time off plan and 403b retirement for benefits eligible employees.
Apply TODAY to our Staff Pain Physician opportunity with the UNM Medical Group Inc. and our Physician Recruiter will contact you shortly!
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Post Residency Experience
- Occupational Health Experience
- Pain Management
- SOAP
- Primary Care Experience
- Medical Management
- Suturing
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Pharmacy Residency
- Botox Experience
- Epic
