# Physiatrist

**Company:** [Chestnut Health](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/cz5riY6mShavEc5Nhe72rT.md)
**Location:** Chicago, United States
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time

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## Description

**Chestnut Health** is a leading multi-specialty healthcare organization dedicated to providing the **entire continuum of rehabilitative care**. Our expert team specializes in **Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) - Physiatry**, focusing on restoring function and improving the quality of life for individuals with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities.

We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate **Physiatrist** to join our team. This is an incredible opportunity to practice in a collaborative, patient-centered environment where your expertise directly impacts functional outcomes and independence.

**Don't miss the chance to join a culture built on compassion, integrity, and innovation!** We are committed to fostering a genuine **work-life balance** for our providers.

**New graduates are highly encouraged to apply!**

**Essential Duties & Responsibilities:**

-   **Patient Assessment:** Conduct comprehensive physical and neurological examinations to evaluate patient function, mobility, and pain levels.
-   **Treatment Planning:** Develop and implement individualized, non-surgical rehabilitation and pain management plans tailored to the patient's specific recovery goals.
-   **Multidisciplinary Leadership:** Collaborate with physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and nursing staff to coordinate holistic care.
-   **Procedures:** Perform therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, such as joint injections, trigger point injections, or electromyography (EMG) to evaluate nerve and muscle function).
-   **Patient Education:** Educate patients and their families about the recovery process, injury prevention, and long-term condition management.
-   **Documentation:** Maintain accurate and timely medical records and treatment plans in compliance with healthcare and hospital standards.

## Requirements

-   MD/DO from an accredited medical school.
-   Active and unrestricted Illinois medical license (or ability to obtain prior to employment).
-   Board Certified or Board Eligible in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Physiatry.
-   Active and unrestricted DEA license (or ability to obtain prior to employment).

## Benefits

**Compensation & Benefits:**

-   Salary and Package superior to the MGMA Average.
-   Relocation assistance available.