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Job Description Summary

The successful candidate will join a collaborative and cohesive group ofphysicians working within the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Brain InnovationCenter. These physicians include specialists in Brain Injury, Stroke,Brain Tumors and Neurodegenerative conditions. Clinical responsibilitiesinclude an inpatient census of10-13 patients and two half day clinicsper week. The patient population is expected to be predominantly strokebut include other brain neuro-rehabilitation diagnoses. Outpatientclinics will include new patient evaluations with neurologic diagnoses,inpatient follow-ups and spasticity management, if desired.

Job Description

The successful candidate will become a member of the medical staff witha faculty appointment in the Department of Physical Medicine andRehabilitation at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.In this role they will participate in the education and training of"core Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Residents potentially oninpatient and outpatient rotations and in their didactic curriculum. TheShirley Ryan AbilityLab has a well-established structure to supportresearch and scholarly activity which is strongly encouraged.

In addition to a collaborative clinical environment the Shirley RyanAbilityLab has a robust benefits package which includes:

Access to Chicago's premier healthcare providers through ourhealth, vision and dental plans.Eligible to participate in the generous 401(k) plan. As an employee,you will be eligible to receive an employer contribution of 3% ofyour base compensation as well as an additional 3% match fromSRAlab, the latter dependent on your level of contribution.Eligible for numerous other important benefits, including Short andLong-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and a generous Paid Time OffProgram.PRACTICING PHYSICIAN:

Collaborates with leaders and staff in other Institute Programs tofacilitate achievement of overall Institute goals.Serves as a practicing physician and provides medical leadership tothe interdisciplinary team.In the role of a practicing Physician, ensures the appropriatenessand effectiveness of the treatment plan. Oversees and coordinatesthe involvement of physicians, nursing and allied health staff toresolve complex medical problems.Actively participates in assigned medical staff committees includingproviding leadership by functioning as chairperson as appropriate.Perform all other duties that may be assigned in the best interestof the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.Reporting Relationships

Reports directly to the Program Medical Director or the Chief MedicalOfficer as appropriate

Knowledge, Skills Abilities Required

Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Illinois.Successful completion of a residency program in physical medicineand rehabilitation and is Board certified or Board Eligible.Faculty appointment at Northwestern University Medical School.Excellent communications and interdisciplinary skills required,including proven ability to communicate effectively with patients,families, referring parties, SRAlab and other internal and externalstakeholders.Working Conditions

Normal office environment with little or no exposure to dust or extremetemperature.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature andlevel of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of allresponsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Equal Employment Opportunity

ShirleyRyan AbilityLab is an equal opportunity/affirmative actionemployer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration foremployment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation,race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteranstatus, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.