Interventional Pain Physician

Job title: Interventional Pain Physician

Location: 257 NC-125 Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870

Status: Full-time (exempt)

Department:  Physicians
 

Reports to: Dr. Juan Firnhaber
 

Job Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes

Job Summary:

The pain physician treats and monitors chronic pain in patients. The pain physician will consider the patient's medical history and healthcare record and use a variety of interventional pain techniques to treat the symptoms. Pain techniques include but are not limited to lumbar epidural steroid injection, facet injections of the spine, neck, joints, nerve blocks, radiofrequency ablations, neuromodulation etc. The physician will use multi modal techniques and some medication management for ongoing pain management.

The pain physician will work with a robust team of clinical and non-clinical support staff to include Physician extenders (NP, PA) receptionists, medical assistants, and nurses as well as work with partners in the pain division. The physician is responsible for interacting and collaborating with other physicians and partners throughout the practice. The pain physician may also be required to work with third party practice affiliates such as legal teams, billing companies, or other various firms that assist the practice in professional an

Duties/Responsibilities:

●        Conduct comprehensive evaluations of patients, including physical examinations and medical histories.

●        Supervised Physician extenders (Nurse Practitioners and/or Physician Assistants)

●        Develop personalized treatment plans that optimize patient outcomes.

●        Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as imaging studies and tests, to aid in diagnosis.

●        Prescribe medications, therapies, and interventions to manage pain effectively.

●        Perform interventional procedures, such as nerve blocks, epidural injections, and radiofrequency ablation, Neuromodulation, as appropriate.

●        Monitor and adjust treatment plans based on patient response and progress.

●        Educate patients and their families about pain management strategies, lifestyle modifications, and self-care techniques.

●        Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records in accordance with regulatory standards and best practices.

●        Maintain excellent communication with patients, families, and referring providers.

●        Collaborate with other pain clinics within the practice

●        Partner with the practices’  third parties and affiliates on new healthcare laws, billing, marketing etc.

●        Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

●       Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school.

●       Board certification or eligibility in Pain Medicine or a related specialty (e.g., Anesthesiology, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation).

●       Valid North Carolina License.

●       Current DEA License.

●       Proficiency in performing interventional pain procedures.

Required Skills/Abilities:

●       Excellent communication, bedside manner, and organizational skills.

●       Strong commitment to patient care and safety.

●       Strong work ethic and ability to thrive in a team-oriented, performance-driven environment.

Work Environment:

●        Work performed in an office environment.

●        Involves frequent contact with patients, physicians, and medical office staff.

●        Work may be stressful at times.

●        Interaction with others is frequent and often disruptive.