Physician - Rehab Hospital Medicine - New Orleans - Ochsner Health

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    Ochsner Health New Orleans

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    We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

    At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today

    A rehab hospitalist is a physician who specializes in the medical care of patients undergoing rehabilitation in an inpatient rehabilitation facility (IRF) or hospital setting. Their role is critical in ensuring that patients with complex medical needs can safely and effectively participate in rehabilitation therapies aimed at restoring function and independence.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Medical Management : Oversee and manage patients' medical conditions, including chronic illnesses, acute medical issues, and complications that may arise during rehabilitation.
    • Collaboration : Work closely with physiatrists (rehabilitation doctors), physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, nurses, nurse practitioners and case managers to create and implement individualized care plans.
    • Monitoring & Safety : Continuously monitor patients' progress and stability to ensure they are medically able to participate in therapy.
    • Coordination of Care : Coordinate with specialists and primary care providers to ensure continuity of care during and after the rehab stay.
    • Education : Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatments, medications, and discharge planning, often helping to arrange follow-up care.

    Common Patient Populations:

    • Stroke survivors
    • Patients recovering from orthopedic surgery (e.g., joint replacements, fractures)
    • Traumatic brain injury (TBI) or spinal cord injury (SCI) patients
    • Individuals with severe deconditioning from prolonged hospitalization or illness

    Distinguishing Features:

    Unlike acute care hospitalists, who manage patients in a general hospital setting, rehab hospitalists focus on patients who are medically stable but require intensive therapy to recover physical function. Their goal is not just to treat illness, but to support recovery and maximize functional independence.

    Ochsner Rehabilitation Hospital

    Commission on Accreditation for Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)

    The prestigious accreditation marks a provider's commitment to continually enhance the quality of services and programs with a focus on patient satisfaction and outcomes.

    In addition to being CARF accredited for Comprehensive Rehabilitation, Ochsner Rehabilitation Hospital has also received CARF accreditations for the following specialty programs:

    Comprehensive Integrated Inpatient Rehabilitation

    Stroke

    Brain Injury

    Ochsner Rehabilitation Hospital Named Among Best Physical Rehabilitation Centers in Louisiana by Newsweek

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    Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on-site. Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position : Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.

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    Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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