Cancer Rehab Physiatrist

Inside Higher Ed; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution is seeking a Cancer Rehab Physiatrist to provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care, develop cancer rehabilitation programs, and engage in academic responsibilities. Ideal candidates will possess an MD or DO, be board-certified, and have completed a fellowship in Cancer Rehabilitation. This full-time role offers a supportive educational environment for professional growth.

Qualifications

• MD or DO with a North Carolina medical license (or willingness to obtain one).
• Board‑eligible or Board‑certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.
• Completed sub‑specialty fellowship training in Cancer Rehabilitation.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient care and consultations to cancer patients.
• Deliver outpatient clinical services and EMG services at UNC Medical Center.
• Develop and lead cancer rehabilitation programs.
• Engage in teaching, research, and administrative activities.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Assume on-call responsibilities as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Experience in interdisciplinary collaboration

Commitment to quality patient care

Interest in resident education

Education

MD or DO with a North Carolina medical license

Board-eligible or Board-certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Completed sub-specialty fellowship training in Cancer Rehabilitation

Job description

Cancer Rehab Physiatrist

Department: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

University: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Location: North Carolina, US

Schedule: 40 hours per week, full time, fixed‑term faculty

Proposed start date: 12/01/2025

Hiring range: Commensurate with experience

Job Summary

The Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at UNC Chapel Hill is seeking a Board‑eligible or Board‑certified Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation physician who has completed a sub‑specialty fellowship in Cancer Rehabilitation. The role will focus on enhancing cancer services at UNC Hillsborough Hospital, providing inpatient and outpatient care, EMG services at UNC Medical Center, and outpatient services at UNC Rex. The appointment will include academic responsibilities such as teaching, research, and administrative duties.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient care and consultations to cancer patients.
• Deliver outpatient clinical services and EMG services at UNC Medical Center.
• Develop and lead cancer rehabilitation programs.
• Engage in teaching, research, and administrative activities associated with the academic appointment.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, resident education, fellowship development, and planning.
• Assume on‑call responsibilities as required.

Qualifications

• MD or DO with a North Carolina medical license (or willingness to obtain one).
• Board‑eligible or Board‑certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.
• Completed sub‑specialty fellowship training in Cancer Rehabilitation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience in interdisciplinary collaboration, research, and commitment to quality patient care.
• Interest in resident education and fellowship program development.

Application Process

Qualified applicants should submit an online application to https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/307632. The application should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and two letters of recommendation. Applicants must also provide names, titles, email addresses, and phone numbers for all professional references; letters of support will be requested by email.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status.