Physiatrist - General Rehabilitation - Academic Clinician

University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for an Assistant Professor position in the non-tenure academic clinician track. An MD or equivalent degree is required, with Board Certified or Board Eligible by ABPMR.

Expertise is in General Rehabilitation within PM&R. Teaching responsibilities may include mentoring Penn medical students and residents.

Qualifications

• MD or equivalent degree is required.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible by ABPMR.
• Expertise in General Rehabilitation within PM&R.

Responsibilities

• Teach Penn medical students and residents as needed.
• Provide inpatient, consult, and outpatient rehabilitation services.
• Lead interdisciplinary teams for spine and musculoskeletal care.

Skills

Clinical excellence

Leadership

Teaching

Education

MD or equivalent degree

Job description

University of Pennsylvania: Perelman School of Medicine: Perelman School of Medicine - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Location

Philadelphia, PA

Open Date

Sep 16, 2026

Deadline

Sep 16, 2028 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description

The Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for an Assistant Professor position in the non-tenure academic clinician track. Expertise is required in the specific area of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation with a focus on General Rehabilitation. Applicants must have an M.D. or equivalent degree. Applicants must have demonstrated excellent qualifications in clinical care. Applicants must have Board Certified or Board Eligible by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

Teaching responsibilities may include teaching and mentoring of Penn medical students and residents as well as allied professionals.

Clinical responsibilities may include working closely with other surgical and non-surgical teams to provide the highest level of interdisciplinary care to a wide range of patients. This role will include attending physician for a comprehensive integrated inpatient service, consult service and outpatient programs. Applicants must possess broad clinical skills in managing outpatients with spine and musculoskeletal disorders.

Selected candidates must have excellent, well refined interpersonal skills and leadership abilities to effectively lead our interdisciplinary rehabilitation teams. Candidates should have strong clinical training, enthusiasm, and a commitment to furthering our clinical services and advancing our academic missions. As an academic faculty member, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to provide outstanding teaching and mentoring for Penn medical students and residents as well as allied professionals.