Physiatrist

Physician Candidate Requirements

Buffalo Spine and Sports Medicine History:

Established in 1987 and is the largest independent Physiatry practice in Western New York, and is located in Williamsville, NY,

Current providers include – 3 physician owners, 6 physician assistants, 1 nurse practitioner, 3 physical therapists, 1 chiropractor

Our practice uses interventional procedures and therapies to help patients relieve pain and return to as much normal activity as possible. Prescription of high-level pain medications are used sparingly, and only during a patient’s treatment. Some of our physicians perform: Botox injections for migraines/spasticity, radiofrequency ablation, spinal stimulator trial implant, assessment, and removal. Work schedules are conducive to a great work/life balance – the office is closed evenings, weekends, holidays There is a weekly rotating on-call assignment, with little activity. Our workplace culture, while fast paced, is very pleasant and a positive work environment. Physician owners are very reasonable. Management is responsive. Staff personalities are pleasant as well.

Proficiency in all the following:

      i.          Assessment/evaluation of new patient revisits

      ii.          EMG’s

     iii.          Ultrasound diagnostics and injection of knee, shoulder, and other joints

     iv.          Fluoroscopic-guided epidural injections including cervical, thoracic, lumbar, SI joint, and                            nerve blocks

      v.          Spinal Stimulator implant trial, radio-frequency ablation

Successful candidate will also need:

       i.         PM&R Board certified

      ii.         Preferred – completion of Fellowship in interventional spine, Musculoskeletal

    iii.          Currently credentialed in current location, including Medicare and Workers Comp

    iv.          No prior issues with malpractice lawsuit or professional conduct, or any major insurance                           carriers

      v.          Ability to work efficiently and manage schedule (with support from medical assistant)

Buffalo Spine and Sports Institute is actively recruiting a Board-Certified Physiatrist to join our nationally recognized, highly respected, non-surgical outpatient practice. This physician owned practice is the largest pure PM&R practice in the area and was established in 1988. The practice has a primary focus on improvement of function and utilizes procedures as a means to facilitate and engage patients of all ages in exercise, understanding their conditions, managing their pain and improving the quality of their lives.

We are seeking a physiatrist who shares our holistic philosophy, which emphasizes a thorough medical exam, medical history, performance enhancement and functional improvement. This busy 3-physician practice is open to newly trained or experienced physician's familiar with EMRs or willing to learn ours. Training in the modalities we offer in diagnostics and interventional pain alleviating injections will be provided. Excellent salary, production bonus and benefits will be provided. The practice is nestled in the heart of the Buffalo Niagara region, which is situated on Lake Erie, where you can enjoy a wealth of waterfront activities. The region is widely recognized for its very affordable real estate, excellent public-school education, enriching cultural attractions, and architectural treasures.