Physiatrist Pain (Non-interventional) Opportunity in Leavenworth, KS

Seeking a Pain Clinic Physiatrist to manage our newly formed non-interventional pain clinic at the Leavenworth Veterans Affairs Medical Center (35 minutes from Kansas City). The "Recovery Model of Rehabilitation and Pain Management" is a Foundational Service at the VA, and this new clinic is primed to facilitate functional recovery of persons suffering chronic pain.

You will be responsible for working with patients to evaluate causes of pain and work with a multidisciplinary team to address management. The clinic will also include a pain psychologist, advanced practice NP/PA and clinic RN. Collaborate with an interventional pain physician in the surgery service line. Along with clinical practice in pain management, this position may include musculoskeletal & other PMR practice areas.

Sign on bonus PLUS assistance with payment of med school loans(up to $200K!)

Leavenworth is on the outskirts of the Kansas City metropolitan area and is home to the Army's Fort Leavenworth, Saint Mary College and the Leavenworth Federal Penitentiary. Leavenworth became the first city in Kansas and served as the springboard for the settlement of the rest of the state and the support base for the opening of the West. Fast forward to the present and Leavenworth is amidst an impressive rejuvenation of its historic downtown - take a look at the Leavenworth Master Redevelopment Plan. Leavenworth enjoys four seasons and a cost of living that is significantly lower than the US average. 

Nearby Kansas City offers a wealth of attractions and is home to over 2 million people with Midwestern charm & hospitality. The striking landscape of the revitalized city includes wide boulevards, beautiful parks, fantastic architecture and more than 200 fountains. Diversions include world-class museums, vibrant arts scene, superb shopping and great blues & jazz clubs.

We offer:

• Competitive pay & annual performance bonus up to an additional 7.5% of pay
• Guaranteed salary increases
• One full & unrestricted license from any US State permits you to work with VA
• CME: $1,000 per year stipend for reimbursement; 5 days paid CME absence
• Malpractice: Liability protection with tail coverage provided
• No Employment Contract
• 26 days paid vacation; 13 days paid sick time per year w/ unlimited carry over; 10 paid holidays
• Federal Retirement Plan
• Separate 401K with partial agency match
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Nationwide Mobility

If interested, please e-mail CV to Julieann.torres@va.gov