Physiatry (PM&R) Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant (Chico)
Day-to-Day Responsibilities: As a physiatrist, you will round at 1–3 Skilled Nursing Facilities or similar rehabilitation centers, 1–3 days per week at each location. Your primary focus will be delivering specialized physiatry care to 25+ patients per day who are experiencing difficulty participating in therapy due to pain or functional limitations.
Key Responsibilities: Performing focused assessments and developing individualized treatment plans in collaboration with facility primary care teams to optimize therapy participation and functional recovery. Providing targeted interventions such as joint injections, Botox treatments, dry needling, and medication management based on patient-specific needs. Serving as the sole physiatrist on-site, operating with a high level of autonomy while supported by a collaborative clinical team for consultation as needed. Coordinating care and referring to other specialties or services for issues beyond the scope of physiatry. This role is best suited for a self‐motivated and confident clinician who thrives in independent practice environments and is passionate about improving rehabilitation outcomes.
Qualifications: Current, unrestricted PA or NP license. DEA licensed or willing to obtain DEA licensure. Experience in nursing homes and/or physiatry is a plus, but not required. Comfort and interest in performing peripheral joint injections (knees, shoulders, hips).Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. Familiarity with EHR charting.
Benefits: Hands‐on training in facility settings to ensure consistent, high‐quality care. Flexible 5‐day workweek with flexible hours. Weekends optional, no nights or on‐call shifts. Valuable experience in joint injections and rehabilitation care. Competitive salary and bonus structure (starting at $130,000+/year).Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, life insurance (Iconic Care covers a $50K policy with the option to add additional coverage), and AD&D insurance.18 PTO Days and 6 paid federal holidays – 24 total paid days off. Paid malpractice insurance ($1M/$3M policy).License renewal allowance (up to $1100/year).Set patient load, with focused consulting visits for 23‐25 patients/day after ramp‐up. Full autonomy in patient care with direct impact on patient outcomes at multiple facilities.
Immediate Hiring Timeline: We're looking to make hiring decisions soon, with a start date in 4‐6 weeks following insurance and Medicare credentialing.
Job Details: Job Types: Full‐time, Contract
Pay: From $150,000+ per year in production compensation 401(k)401(k) matching
Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Medical Specialty: Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine Day shift Monday to FridayNo nights
Schedule: Full‐time

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Level

Senior

Salary

$150,000+ per year

Location

Chico, CA

Occupation

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physicians

Industry

Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists)

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