Carisk Partners is seeking a board-certified PM&R physician to serve as an Assistant Medical Director in a remote leadership role. This position combines clinical expertise in catastrophic injury management with physician leadership responsibilities, supporting evidence-based care planning, physician development, and clinical oversight.
The Assistant Medical Director will collaborate with care coordinators, clinical staff, treating providers, and clients to support care planning for injured workers with complex rehabilitation needs. This role also includes leadership responsibilities related to physician mentorship, onboarding, training, and professional development.
Responsibilities
- Create, review, and oversee implementation of evidence-based care coordination plans for injured worker patients
- Present care plans to clients and clinical staff
- Communicate with treating providers regarding injured worker patients, including peer-to-peer discussions and multidisciplinary team meetings, as needed
- Participate in active case discussions with the Carisk Clinical Team, as needed
- Collaborate closely with dedicated care coordinators who support care planning and coordination
- Provide mentorship and clinical guidance to physician team members
- Support physician onboarding, training, and professional development initiatives
- Participate in the direct supervision and development of physicians
Scope of Injuries
- Musculoskeletal injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Burn injuries
- Amputations
- Polytrauma
Acuity
Qualifications
- MD or DO degree
- Board certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R)
- Strong clinical judgment, communication, and leadership skills
- Experience with rehabilitation and complex injury management
Preferred Qualifications
The following qualifications are preferred but not required:
- Experience in workers' compensation, including catastrophic and complex injury cases
- Familiarity with Centers of Excellence and their role in care planning and outcomes management
- Familiarity with life care planning principles and long-term care needs assessment
- Prior physician leadership experience
- Board certification in Brain Injury Medicine (BIM) or Spinal Cord Injury Medicine (SCIM)
Position Details
- Position Type: Full-Time
- Specialty: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R)
- Compensation: Competitive salary and benefits package
- Location: Remote
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, regular business hours
