Postgraduate (HPM University) Duties & Responsibilities: Patient Assessment and Pain Management

• Independently assess, diagnose, and design evidence-based pain management treatment plans.
• Perform advanced interventional pain management procedures including but not limited to:

o Epidural steroid injections

o Nerve blocks

o Joint injections

o Radiofrequency ablations

o Trigger point injections

• Manage elective and urgent pain consultations with a focus on patient-centered care.

Technical Proficiency

• Execute advanced regional anesthesia and interventional techniques using fluoroscopy and ultrasound.
• Maintain proficiency with diagnostic and interventional tools for complex pain cases.

Team Collaboration and Leadership

• Foster cohesive team dynamics within a multidisciplinary practice.
• Mentor and train any and all HPM providers enhance clinical performance.
• Collaborate with leadership to ensure alignment with organizational goals and standards.

Administrative and Compliance Duties

• Document all procedures, consultations, and follow-ups accurately and promptly in the EMR system per the documentation policy requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and safety standards, including but not limited to Medicare/Medicaid requirements.

Practice Growth and Development

• Actively contribute to business growth by building strong relationships with referring physicians and promoting clinic services.
• Participate in clinical leadership meetings, educational sessions, and social events to maintain engagement.

Performance Requirements: Clinical and Operational Efficiency

• Case Volume: Per company target / goals for patient consultations or procedures weekly.
• Timely Documentation: Maintain 95% compliance with completing procedure notes within 24-48 hours.
• Appointment Utilization Rate: Achieve at least 90% appointment block utilization.

Patient Satisfaction

• Maintain : Per company target / goals or higher positive feedback on patient satisfaction surveys.
• Ensure routine appointments are scheduled within 14 days and urgent referrals within 24-48 hours.

Compliance and Safety

• Zero compliance violations with Medicare/Medicaid and state-specific standards.
• Maintain less than a 1% complication rate for procedures.

Practice Growth and Financial Metrics

• Achieve 90% or higher patient retention rate for follow-ups and additional procedures.
• Convert at least 85% of referrals into active patients.