Division Chief Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine at Phoenix Children’s

Phoenix Children’s is seeking a talented, energetic, innovative and collegial Pediatric Physiatrist/Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine physician to lead the Division of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) within Barrow Neurological Institute at Phoenix Children’s. 

The Pediatric Division Chief of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) is a leadership position responsible for overseeing and guiding the clinical, educational, and research activities within the division. This role entails providing comprehensive and specialized medical care to pediatric patients with neuromuscular conditions, congenital conditions and trauma/injuries, while leading a team of healthcare professionals and collaborating with other departments to ensure the highest quality of care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clinical Leadership:
  • Provide expert clinical care to pediatric patients with physical disabilities, neuromuscular disorders, congenital conditions, and injuries.
  • Develop and implement treatment plans tailored to each patient's needs, involving a combination of medical interventions, therapies, and rehabilitation techniques.
  • Collaborate with other healthcare specialists, such as pediatricians, orthopedic surgeons, neurologists, and therapists, to ensure a multidisciplinary approach to patient care.
• Administrative and Leadership:
  • Lead the Pediatric PM&R division, including overseeing daily operations, resource allocation, growth, and quality improvement initiatives.
  • Recruit, hire, and mentor a team of healthcare professionals, including physicians, therapists, nurses, and support staff.
  • Develop and manage the division's budget, ensuring efficient utilization of resources and adherence to financial goals.
• Education and Training:
  • Provide educational leadership by developing and implementing training programs for medical students, residents, and fellows in the field of Pediatric PM&R.
  • Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the division.
• Research and Innovation:
  • Engage in clinical research and contribute to advancing the field of Pediatric PM&R through publications, presentations, and participation in relevant conferences.
  • Collaborate with research teams to identify opportunities for improving treatment outcomes, patient experiences, and innovative therapies.
• Collaboration and Networking:
  • Collaborate with other departments, healthcare institutions, and community organizations to enhance patient care, referral pathways, and community outreach.
  • Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders to foster partnerships and support the division's goals.
• Quality Improvement and Patient Safety:
  • Establish and monitor quality metrics to ensure the delivery of safe, effective, and patient-centered care.
  • Implement evidence-based practices and protocols to enhance patient outcomes and safety.

Qualifications:

• Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree with board certification in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, preferably with sub-specialization in Pediatric PM&R.
• Eligibility for medical licensure in the jurisdiction of practice.
• Proven clinical expertise in Pediatric PM&R, with a strong record of patient care and outcomes.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, ideally in a clinical or academic setting.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
• Strong commitment to education, research, and the advancement of the field.

The Frances H. McClelland Rehabilitation Program at Phoenix Children's is the only pediatric and adolescent acute inpatient rehabilitation program in Arizona. It’s the largest and most comprehensive program of its kind in the region. The inpatient rehabilitation program at Phoenix Children’s has a high percentage of patients with brain-related diagnoses. Although we treat a wide range of patients with other conditions, children with neurological injuries represent the largest group of patients we serve. This is because our teams have extensive pediatric-focused experience in neurology, complex rehabilitation and related specialties. Our exceptional expertise includes specialty care through Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI) at Phoenix Children’s and our status as a Level I Pediatric Trauma Center.

The physicians in the Division of PM&R are employed under Phoenix Children’s Medical Group and work collaboratively with others in neuroscience under the auspices of the BNI for children at Phoenix Children’s. This position would share coverage of the inpatient rehabilitation unit, the inpatient PM&R consult service, and both outpatient physiatry as well as multi-disciplinary clinics. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in program development, a broad base of clinical knowledge, and a particular interest in botulinum toxin/ phenol injections. There are opportunities to participate in clinical research.

To support the Division, Phoenix Children’s has the full complement of pediatric specialists, therapists, psychologists and neuropsychologists. Phoenix Children’s is cited by US News and World Report as a top children’s hospital in eight specialty areas. Our main academic partner is the University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix where our doctors constitute the Department of Child Health. We also have academic affiliations with Arizona State University, the Mayo Clinic and Creighton University College of Medicine. We have a large pediatric residency program, a neurology residency, and we participate in a joint Med-Peds residency.

To request more information or express your interest in this opportunity, please contact:
David Blaha
Physician Talent Acquisition Partner
Phoenix Children’s Hospital
p (602) 933-1101 | c (319) 290-2906
dblaha@phoenixchildrens.com

Daniel J. Ostlie, MD
Surgeon-in-Chief and Chair of Surgery
Phoenix Children’s Hospital
p (602) 933-7003
dostlie@phoenixchildrens.com

https://careers.phoenixchildrens.com/Positions/Posting/774170