Skilled Nursing Facility PM&R Program
Location: Rockford, IL
Employment Type: Full-Time, W-2
We are seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our structured Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Physiatry Program, working directly alongside a board-certified physiatrist.
This is not a passive rounding role. You will help run a high-impact, quality-focused PM&R program designed to:
You will participate in structured daily rounding within designated SNFs, following standardized clinical pathways and quality protocols developed by our physiatry team, while working hand-in-hand with our interdisciplinary team and support staff.
The NP/PA will provide comprehensive Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation services for post-acute and long-term care residents, including:
Your work will center on restoring function, improving mobility, reducing pain, coordinating care, streamlining transitions of care, and enhancing quality of life.
You will be part of a defined physiatry-led SNF quality program. This role is built around standardized visit cadence, outcome tracking, therapy alignment, interdisciplinary team engagement, and discharge planning support.
Direct Physician Mentorship
Work closely with an experienced physiatrist who provides oversight, education, and case-based teaching.
Formal Education & Didactics
In addition to one-on-one mentorship, our advanced practice providers participate in structured educational sessions led by our physician team. These include periodic case conferences, clinical topic reviews (e.g., spasticity management, complex pain strategies, frailty syndromes, rehabilitation optimization), grand rounds, and interdisciplinary learning discussions. We believe in developing excellent clinicians and invest in continued clinical growth across our organization.
You will influence:
Salary: $120,000
Performance Bonus: based on productivity and quality metrics
Benefits include:
At Community Physicians, we are a dedicated, multi-specialty medical group focused on providing exceptional, relationship-based care to older adults in skilled nursing and post-acute settings. Our mission is to improve health outcomes, enhance care transitions, and preserve the dignity of every patient we serve.
Why You Should Join Us?
1. Purpose-Driven Work:
You will play a vital role in caring for medically complex older adults during their most vulnerable health transitions. Your expertise will directly impact patient outcomes, reduce hospital readmissions, and improve quality of life.
2. Collaborative and Supportive Environment:
We believe in the power of partnership. You’ll work closely with facility staff, families, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless, compassionate, and coordinated care.
3. Clinical Excellence and Innovation:
We prioritize evidence-based practices and continuity of care, bringing clinical excellence to every bedside. Our model allows you to practice meaningful medicine while making a tangible difference in patients’ lives.
4. Professional Growth and Leadership:
As part of our team, you’ll have opportunities to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of geriatric care in our community. We invest in our providers’ development and support their journey toward excellence.
5. A Culture of Compassion and Respect:
We are committed to treating every patient with dignity, empathy, and respect—and we extend that same commitment to our team. Here, you’ll be part of a culture that values each member’s contribution and well-being.
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