Inpatient Rehabilitation Physiatrist
Freeman Health System Joplin, Missouri
Freeman Health System is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Physiatrist (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) to join our inpatient rehabilitation program in Joplin, Missouri. This is an opportunity to practice in a collaborative environment focused on restoring function, improving quality of life, and helping patients return to their highest level of independence.
As a member of a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team, you will provide comprehensive care for patients recovering from stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, orthopedic conditions, neurological disorders, debility, and other complex medical diagnoses requiring intensive rehabilitation.
Opportunity Highlights
- Inpatient rehabilitation-focused practice in a 20-bed unit
- Established rehabilitation unit with experienced clinical staff
- Collaborative team of therapists, nurses, case managers, and physician colleagues
- Opportunity for leadership and medical director responsibilities
- Flexible practice structure and scheduling considerations
- Large regional referral base serving a four-state area (MO, KS, OK, AR)
- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, CME, and malpractice coverage
Responsibilities
- Potential Medical Directorship
- Manage and oversee care of inpatient rehabilitation patients
- Perform admission evaluations and ongoing patient assessments
- Develop individualized rehabilitation plans of care
- Lead interdisciplinary rehabilitation team meetings
- Coordinate care with consulting specialists and primary physicians
- Support quality improvement and program growth initiatives
- Ensure compliance with inpatient rehabilitation regulations and standards
Qualifications
- MD or DO
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
- Eligible for Missouri medical licensure
- Strong commitment to patient-centered rehabilitation care
- Medical director experience welcomed but not required
Freeman Health System is a nationally recognized, not-for-profit health system with over a century of service excellence, proudly serving communities across Missouri, Kansas, Arkansas, and Oklahoma. Founded in 1925, Freeman includes 8 hospitals, more than 100 locations, over 350 physicians across 90+ specialties, and 929 licensed beds. As the region's leading healthcare provider, Freeman is known for its award-winning programs in heart care, orthopedics, oncology, behavioral health, women's services, and neonatal care, including Level I STEMI, Level II Trauma, and Level II Stroke designations. Home to Ozark Center, the largest behavioral health provider in the region. Freeman delivers compassionate care to thousands of patients annually. With more than 7,500 employees and a deep commitment to community health through charitable giving, screenings, volunteerism, and regional partnerships, Freeman offers physicians the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while building a rewarding career.
About Joplin, Missouri
Experience the perfect balance of professional opportunity and quality of life. Joplin offers a low cost of living, excellent schools, outdoor recreation, and easy access to major metropolitan areas while serving as the healthcare hub for a region of more than 450,000 residents.
