Pain Management Specialist Physician

Sentara is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Non-Interventional Pain Management Physician specializing in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) to join our team. The ideal candidate will focus on diagnosing, managing, and treating patients with chronic pain and musculoskeletal disorders using a multidisciplinary approach. This role emphasizes functional restoration, rehabilitation, and non-surgical pain relief strategies to improve patients' quality of life.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, including medical history reviews, physical examinations, and diagnostic assessments.
• Develop and implement personalized pain management plans, incorporating physical therapy, rehabilitation programs, medication management, lifestyle modifications, and referral for interventional procedures when indicated .
• Coordinate and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including physical therapists, occupational therapists, and other healthcare providers, to optimize patient outcomes.
• Provide education to patients on pain management strategies, posture correction, exercise regimens, and ergonomic modifications.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary to achieve optimal pain relief and functional improvement.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
• Stay informed on advancements in pain management and rehabilitation medicine to continuously enhance patient care.

Practice setup:

Hospital based pain management practice. Will join Interventional pain physician.

• Hours/Schedule/EMR   - 8-4:30pm
• Call - No call 
• Patient volume - Clinic 8am-12:00pm, 1pm-4:00pm (30 and 15 minute slots, so patient volume can vary based on visit type)
• Location(s) - Sentara Careplex Hospital - Medical Arts Building Hampton, Va. 
• Support (APPs, other support staff) - No APP's, Interventional Pain Management Provider, clinical staff 

The Many Benefits of Working for Sentara Medical Group

• Provides an option to primary care and specialty physicians interested in an alternative to private or independent practice.
• Seeks to increase personal satisfaction, improve the quality of work-life and create favorable financial conditions for physician members in a family-friendly environment.
• Encourages professional growth and community involvement with opportunities in clinical research, leadership and governance.

Education

• DLD/MD (Required)

Certification/Licensure

• Medical Doctor State License (Required)
• DEA (Required)

Experience

• Physician Residency (Required)
• Residency and board certification must be in area of specialty. Board eligible physicians will be considered. Certification must be obtained within 4 years of eligibility.

About Sentara Medical Group

Be an integral part of a Healthcare System focused on Quality, Transformation, and Innovation.Sentara Medical Group is a division of Sentara Healthcare, one of the most progressive and integrated healthcare organizations in the nation. Created in 1995 to optimize patient access by expanding Sentara's geographical reach, Sentara Medical Group averages over 1.5 million patient encounters per year.Comprised of over 850 Physicians & Advance Practice Clinicians, Sentara Medical Group has its own board of directors and other self-governing capabilities. Sentara gives Sentara Medical Group providers many benefits including a fully integrated electronic medical records system, money-saving efficiencies, and the support and resources of a nationally recognized healthcare organization. The most important benefit, however, is Sentara's reputation as the gold standard for quality healthcare.