The Physician, specializing in spine and musculoskeletal interventions, provides advanced pain management treatment to a variety of patients and assists them in restoring optimal physical function to improve their quality of life. The Physician provides patient-centered care with high patient satisfaction, ensuring the patient has the best possible experience and outcomes. This role works within a multidisciplinary team of physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and support staff committed to delivering comprehensive, evidence-based pain management care.
About the Practice:
MidSouth Pain Treatment Center (MPTC) was founded in 2000, with the goal of addressing the lack of treatment options for pain-related medical issues in rural areas. MPTC has become one of the largest practices in the Western Tennessee and Northern Mississippi region, with locations in Oxford, MS, Tupelo, MS, Jackson, TN, and Cordova, TN. MidSouth provides a broad range of interventional pain management services with top procedures including lumbar, thoracic, surgical branch blocks, radio frequency nerve ablation, medial nerve blocks, and epidural injections, among others.
MidSouth Pain Treatment Center is an affiliate of PartnerCare, a leading provider of interventional pain management and musculoskeletal services headquartered in Tampa, FL. Across over 30 locations in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, Mississippi, and Tennessee, PartnerCare provides comprehensive care to its patients, offering minimally invasive alternatives to surgery that address the root causes of patients’ pain and help them live their best lives possible.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Clinical Care
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Provide comprehensive, multi-disciplinary pain management care and may supervise Advanced Practice Providers.
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Evaluate patients for medical concerns including injury, disease, chronic pain, and disabling conditions through comprehensive physical examinations and medical histories.
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Determine and implement appropriate treatment plans providing relief from chronic pain using medications, nerve blocks, electrical stimulation, and other evidence-based therapies.
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Determine and order appropriate diagnostic radiology exams and laboratory studies.
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Perform interventional procedures primarily in an outpatient or Ambulatory Surgery Center setting.
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Monitor ongoing patient progress and modify treatment plans as clinically necessary.
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Counsel patients and families on medical processes, medication management, nutrition, and health promotion.
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Provide adaptive tools to improve the overall health and physical functioning of patients.
Documentation & Compliance
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Maintain accurate, timely, and complete electronic health records detailing patient treatment plans and outcomes.
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Initiate timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice or expertise.
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Adhere to all HIPAA guidelines, regulatory standards, and PartnerCare compliance policies.
Collaboration & Growth
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Direct, support, and collaborate with Advanced Practice Providers in care delivery.
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Collaborate closely with clinical and administrative staff through in-person consultation, EMR documentation, and team communication.
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Actively participate in growing the practice through marketing, educational, and community engagement activities.
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Licensure
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Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree or foreign equivalent required.
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4-7 years of post-graduate training including internship and residency required.
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Completion of a Pain Management Fellowship or ACGME-accredited fellowship required or in process.
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Board certified or board eligible by ABPMR, ABA, or ABR with Interventional Radiology Subspecialty preferred.
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Active and unrestricted state medical license and DEA registration required.
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Current BLS and ACLS certification required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
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Strong clinical knowledge in interventional pain management, diagnosis, and treatment planning.
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Excellent communication and collaboration skills with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
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Outstanding hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity, and attention to detail.
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Professional and warm bedside manner with ability to provide patient-centered care.
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Proficiency in EMR systems, PACS, medical terminology, and CPT coding.
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Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
This position is based onsite at a PartnerCare practice location including medical office and treatment facilities. The environment is fast-paced and clinically focused, requiring the ability to manage multiple patient cases, respond to changing clinical priorities, and make real-time decisions. Physicians work in both office and procedural settings and may require occasional travel or cross-coverage at other PartnerCare locations.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL ABILITIES
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Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods during patient exams, procedures, and documentation.
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Manual dexterity to perform procedures and operate medical equipment and EMR systems.
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Ability to maintain focus and composure during high-pressure or time-sensitive clinical situations.
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May occasionally lift or assist in positioning patients or medical equipment weighing up to 25 lbs.
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Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this role.
PartnerCare is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace that is free of harassment and discrimination. We base our employment decisions solely on business needs, job requirements, and qualifications. We do not tolerate discrimination or bias based on race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.
DISCLAIMER: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. Management reserves the right to alter, change or eliminate job duties at any time. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.
Education: · Doctor of Medicine (MD) or a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree or foreign degree equivalent required
License/Certifications:
- Valid and active unrestricted state medical license to practice medicine required
- BCV/BE by The American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (ABPMR), American Board of Anesthesia (ABA), or American Board of Radiology with Interventional Radiology Subspecialty are preferred.
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Basic Life Saving (BLS)/Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification
Experience:
- 4 - 7 years post-graduate training – internship and residency required.
- Completion of Pain Management Fellowship or in process of completing ACGME accredited fellowship
