Physiatrist Job at Temple Health in Philadelphia, PA

The Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University is seeking a full-time Academic Physiatrist with board certification in Brain Injury or Neuromuscular Medicine The successful candidate will be providing inpatient consultation services with time available for outpatient evaluation and treatment services. The Physiatrist will work with an interdisciplinary team and have interest provide care related to brain injury, stroke, or spinal cord injury.

Why Temple? 
• The Department of PM&R has well-established services that include non-surgical management of neurological and musculoskeletal conditions, as well as EMG/NCS procedures.
• Manage patients with major trauma and disorders of nervous system, musculoskeletal system, and neuromuscular system.
• Participate in the growth and development of current and future services.
• Shape the future of Physiatry with active involvement in clinical teaching, didactics, and simulations training for residents, medical students, fellows, and allied health professional learners.
• Leadership opportunities are available for qualified candidate.

Candidate Qualifications:
• M.D., D.O., or foreign equivalent
• Successful completion of residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation from ACGME-accredited program prior to the start date
• Board certification in Physician Medicine and Rehabilitation
• Board certification in Brain Injury, Spinal Cord Injury, or Neuromuscular Medicine is desirable but not required.
• Ability to obtain an unrestricted medical license and DEA from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania prior to employment.

Features and Benefits
• Compensation consistent with leading academic institutions and CME Funds
• Vacation, Holiday, Sick and CME Time
• Generous 403b retirement match
• 457b
• Health, dental, and vision
• Malpractice
• Tuition remission
• Savi- student loan repayment program

We are committed to fostering a welcoming environment for students, faculty, and staff. We believe that diversity (of experiences, thought, etc.) enriches our learning environment and strengthens our academic community. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives will enhance our commitment to these values.

About Temple Health: Temple Health is a major Philadelphia-based academic health system that is driving medical advances through clinical innovation, pioneering research and world-class education. The health system’s 1,550+ physicians and scientists share a common mission of bringing tomorrow’s treatments to the bedside today, helping them achieve outcomes once thought impossible.

Temple Health is an educational partner with the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, providing medical education to the next generation of physicians and biomedical scientists.

About Philadelphia: Located in the heart of Philadelphia, TUHS provides access to a diverse and culturally rich city with thriving neighborhoods, arts, and cuisine.
"Philadelphia is a city of firsts: first hospital, first library, first medical school. It’s a place where big ideas come to life." – Alexander Hamilton

Procedure for Candidacy
To be considered for this position, you must complete an online application.

Application materials should include: a curriculum vitae; a personal statement stating your qualifications, professional goals, three professional references, names/contact information, and a statement describing working effectively in an urban environment is strongly encouraged.

Please address your application to: Sam S. H. Wu, MD, MA, MPH, MBA, Professor and Chair, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, C/O Bill Mawhinney, Senior Recruiter, Physician/Faculty Recruitment & Retention, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Temple University values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity for all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status protected by law.