Physician – PM&R- Oncology Rehabilitation –Unaccredited Fellow
About The Position
The University of Kansas Health System, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) is seeking an unaccredited Fellow with interest in Oncology Rehabilitation. This is a one year multidisciplinary fellowship training opportunity for individuals interested in advanced training in the diagnosis and management of neurological and musculoskeletal impairments and disabilities associated with various types of cancers and their treatments. Special skills are developed in the evaluation and treatment of cancer patients and survivors with residual impairments related to their cancer treatments including chemotherapy, radiation therapy, surgery, and stem cell transplantation, as well as complications related to the cancer itself. Fellows will also manage non-cancer-related rehabilitation and musculoskeletal issues influencing a patient's quality of life and ability to undergo further cancer treatments. Trainees will have an exciting opportunity to also undergo additional rotations in interventional and pelvic pain management, palliative care, integrative medicine, as well as elective opportunities in radiation oncology and other oncology sub-specialty fields. Although emphasis is primarily clinical, there is ample opportunity for a research project. Specific assistance including mentorship and dedicated time can be available for research purposes. Trainees will have meaningful opportunities in cancer related education at the departmental and institutional levels
Requirements
- MD, DO or equivalent
- Board Eligible/Board Certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
- Focus/ Interest in Clinical Research
Responsibilities
- Diagnosis and comprehensive management of current and post oncology patients with acute and chronic musculoskeletal disease
- Inpatient and outpatient continuity clinic
- On call coverage as directed
- Teach residents and medical students
- Active involvement in organizing aspects of the regular didactic program
- Publish in a peer-reviewed journal
- Perform other duties as assigned by Program Director and Chair
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
