Interventional Pain Physician

Arizona Pain•Peoria, AZ

About The Position

Arizona Pain is seeking an Interventional Pain Physician to provide compassionate, clinically excellent care in a high-volume, minimally invasive and interventional pain practice. Physicians use advanced techniques including MILD, spinal cord stimulation, and Intercept, with access to a steady procedural schedule, technology, infrastructure, and an integrated care team. The role is suited to a physician who enjoys procedural work and is comfortable in a surgical setting. Physicians with an established procedural background can begin with that experience, while those with a strong foundation and drive can receive infrastructure and mentorship to develop their skills. ASC partnership opportunities are available after at least one year, and the practice offers an executive stock program. The physician will evaluate and treat patients across the spectrum of chronic pain, including patients working to reduce or eliminate narcotic dependence. Care includes medication management as appropriate, interventional and minimally invasive treatments intended to reduce pain and restore function, and collaboration with nurse practitioners, chiropractors, physical therapists, licensed specialists, and other physicians.

Requirements

Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited medical school.
Board certification or board eligibility in Pain Medicine, such as through Anesthesiology or Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
Completion of fellowship training in Pain Medicine.
Valid medical license and DEA registration.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Nice To Haves

Strong procedural background or a foundation and drive to develop procedural skills; mentorship and infrastructure are available.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, including medical histories and physical examinations, to diagnose pain conditions.
Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including MRI, CT scans, and nerve conduction studies, to support diagnosis and treatment planning.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans using standard and advanced interventional procedures, physical therapy, chiropractic care, and other appropriate modalities.
Perform interventional pain procedures, including peripheral and central neuromodulation, SI joint fusion, MILD, vertebroplasty, and other procedures.
Educate patients and their families about pain conditions, treatment options, and self-management techniques.
Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans to optimize pain relief and functional outcomes.
Collaborate with chiropractors, physical therapists, APPs, other physicians, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care for patients with complex pain conditions.
Maintain accurate, up-to-date medical records, including documentation of encounters, treatment plans, and outcomes.
Keep current with developments in interventional pain management through continuing medical education, research, and participation in professional organizations.
Adhere to ethical and legal standards of medical practice, including patient confidentiality and informed consent.