Physician

Curana Health•Worcester, MA

13d

About The Position

At Curana Health, we’re on a mission to radically improve the health, happiness, and dignity of older adults—and we’re looking for passionate people to help us do it. As a national leader in value-based care, we offer senior living communities and skilled nursing facilities a wide range of solutions (including on-site primary care services, Accountable Care Organizations, and Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans) proven to enhance health outcomes, streamline operations, and create new financial opportunities. Founded in 2021, we’ve grown quickly—now serving 200,000+ seniors in 1,500+ communities across 32 states. Our team includes more than 1,000 clinicians alongside care coordinators, analysts, operators, and professionals from all backgrounds, all working together to deliver high-quality, proactive solutions for senior living operators and those they care for. If you’re looking to make a meaningful impact on the senior healthcare landscape, you’re in the right place—and we look forward to working with you. For more information about our company, visit CuranaHealth.com. Summary As a core clinical leader in an acute inpatient rehabilitation hospital, you’ll provide medical oversight for patients recovering from serious injury, illness, or surgery. You’ll work side-by-side with a multidisciplinary team — including therapists, nurses, case managers, and rehab specialists — to drive individualized care plans and help patients reach functional milestones. Your rounding will be frequent, hands-on, and deeply connected to patient progress, discharge planning, and safety outcomes.

Requirements

MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
Board Certification in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or Hospital Medicine.
Current state medical license and active DEA registration.
Strong clinical judgment, collaborative spirit, and commitment to patient-centered care.

Nice To Haves

Experience in inpatient rehabilitation, hospital medicine, or post-acute care preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct daily rounds on all patients in the rehabilitation hospital to assess medical stability, functional progress, and response to therapy.
Perform comprehensive history and physical exams on admission and as clinically indicated during the inpatient stay.
Lead decisions about medical management, medications, pain control, and co-morbid condition stabilization relevant to rehabilitation goals.
Partner closely with physical, occupational, and speech therapists to align medical treatment with functional goals and therapy prescriptions.
Facilitate interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to discharge planning, ensuring safe transitions to home or next level of care.
Engage with nursing staff and case managers to anticipate clinical changes and coordinate timely interventions.
Develop and update individualized care plans that integrate medical plans with rehabilitation progress.
Ensure documentation meets regulatory and compliance standards for acute rehabilitation facilities.
Communicate effectively with patients and family members about diagnosis, progress, goals, and anticipated care trajectory.
Support patient education regarding expectations for rehab, risk management, and post-discharge planning.
Identify opportunities to improve clinical outcomes, patient safety, and care efficiency.
Participate in performance improvement initiatives that support hospital targets for lengths of stay, readmissions, and functional outcomes.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Company-paid short- and long-term disability
Comprehensive malpractice coverage
UpToDate subscription for clinical decision support
Unlimited earning potential with competitive compensation models.
Medical Directorship opportunities with leadership and influence.
Autonomy of practice backed by strong clinical and administrative support.
Cutting-edge care model that empowers you to transform senior healthcare.
Data-driven tools & AI solutions to better understand and manage patient needs.
Streamlined communication with smart texting and modern tech platforms.
Professional development including CME support, APP mentorship, and leadership training.
Quality incentives with bonuses tied to patient outcomes and care excellence.
Work-life balance supported by generous paid time off.