Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is the global leader in physical medicine and rehabilitation for adults and children with the most severe, complex conditions. By joining our team, you’ll be part of our life-changing mission and vision. You’ll contribute to an innovative, multifaceted culture that is second to none — one that embraces collaboration, excellence, discovery and compassion. You’ll play a role in something that’s never been done before as we integrate science and clinical care to help patients achieve better, faster outcomes — as we Advance Human Ability, together.

Job Description Summary

The Alliance Attending Physician is responsible for providing high quality patient care to inpatients and outpatients as assigned. This position will rotate tShirley Ryan AbilityLab is the global leader in physical medicine and rehabilitation for adults and children with the most severe, complex conditions. In addition to operating a 262-bed flagship hospital in downtown Chicago and wholly owned DayRehab and outpatient clinics across Chicagoland, the organization extends its reach and expands patient access to comprehensive rehabilitation services through its Global Network of alliance hospitals.


Since 2023, Shirley Ryan AbilityLab has brought its expertise to Detroit through a partnership with Henry Ford Health. Currently, the organization provides management of inpatient rehabilitation and medical-surgical therapy at various Henry Ford Health community hospitals. Upon opening in 2029, Shirley Ryan AbilityLab will occupy the top three floors of Henry Ford Health’s patient tower — a 72-bed, state-of-the-art rehabilitation facility. This position will practice at our HFH partnership.


Shirley Ryan AbilityLab physicians champion a life-changing mission and vision. They contribute to an innovative, multifaceted culture that is second to none — one that embraces hope, compassion, discovery, collaboration and commitment to excellence. Together, they advance human ability.

Job Description

The Attending Physician:

VISION:

• Supports the Institutional and Program Vision. Is able to articulate and communicate the vision broadly.

QUALITY:

• Assumes responsibility for patients’ clinical quality, safety, outcomes, and satisfaction.

• Maintains compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements.

• Fosters an environment of continuous improvement through use of Continuous Quality Improvement and Lean principles.

• Actively participates in assigned organizational and Medical Committee work.

MARKETING:

• Participates in marketing efforts and developing and maintaining referral sources.

SCIENCE, ACADEMICS, AND RESEARCH:

• Advocates a scientific approach to patient care delivery.

• Advances the academic mission of Shirley Ryan AbilityLab by providing an environment of lifelong learning for staff and maintaining strong relationships with academic initiatives at professional organizations. The Attending may also pursue scholarly activity through scientific presentations and publications.

• Participates in research and medical education activities, including teaching medical students and residents, Grand Rounds, continuing education programs and in-service training programs.

• Assists in Fellowships training as appropriate.

• Cultivates a collaborative and professional work environment that stimulates inquiry, the scientific method and continuous improvement.

PRACTICING PHYSICIAN:

• Ensures evidenced-based scientific approach to patient care delivery and collaborates with clinicians and scientists in pediatric rehabilitation clinical research.

• Participates in rehabilitation research when opportunities arise.

• Collaborates with leaders and staff in other Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Programs to facilitate achieving overall organizational goals.

• Serves as a practicing physician and provides medical leadership to the interdisciplinary team.

• Ensures appropriateness and effectiveness of treatment plan; oversees and coordinates the involvement of physicians, nursing and allied health staff to resolve complex medical problems.

• Participates in assigned medical staff committees, chairing as appropriate.

• Perform all other duties that may be assigned in the best interests of Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.

Reporting Relationships:

• Reports directly to the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Vice President, Chief Medical Affairs (Henry Ford Health).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Licensed to practice medicine in Michigan.

• Successful completion of a residency program with Board Certification or Board Eligible in physical medicine and rehabilitation.

• Prescriptive authority and DEA licensure.

• Excellent communications and interdisciplinary skills required, including proven ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, referring parties, and other internal and external stakeholders.

Benefits: Shirley Ryan AbilityLab offers a comprehensive benefits program that is competitive with our industry peers in our geographic locations:  https://www.sralab.org/benefits

*Benefits and benefits’ eligibility can vary by position. Actual compensation will vary based on applicant’s experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity. 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

SRAlab is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, order of protection status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other characteristics protected by law.

 

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Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an Affirmative Action Employer as required by law.