Physiatrist/ Rank DOQ

University Of Nebraska Medical Center; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 260,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive retirement contributions

Full health and wellness benefits

Research opportunities

Job summary

University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) is recruiting physiatrists to join our expanding academic team for outpatient musculoskeletal and pain care. We are building a program to elevate UNMC on the national stage with exceptional patient care, research opportunities, and strong educational experiences.

We offer a highly collaborative, interdisciplinary environment and a pathway to shape clinical programs, resident education, and research initiatives within an academic setting.

Qualifications

• MD/DO with board certification/eligibility in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and enthusiasm for patient care.
• Experience in medical student and resident education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Join expanding academic PM&R team for outpatient musculoskeletal and pain care.
• Contribute to program development, resident education, and research initiatives.
• Collaborate in an interdisciplinary environment with therapy, neuropsychology, and prosthetics.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient care

Resident education

Education

MD/DO

PM&R board eligibility/BC

Job description

UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Location

Location Omaha, NE

Requisition Number:

Requisition Number: 2026 - 014

Department

Department Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation 50000718

Business Unit(College/Institute)

Business Unit(College/Institute) College of Medicine

FTE:

100

Reg-Temp

Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular

Work Schedule

Work Schedule varies

Requisition Category

Requisition Category Faculty

Requisition Title

Requisition Title Physiatrist/ Rank DOQ

Job Title/Academic Rank

Job Title/Academic Rank Physiatrist/ Rank DOQ

Additional Requisition Title

Appointment Type

Appointment Type DOQ - DEPENDS ON QUALS

Salary Range

Salary Range Salary Commensurate with Experience

Job/EEO Category

Job/EEO Category Faculty

Job Requisition Begin Date

Job Requisition Begin Date 01/16/2026

Position Qualification

The Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at the University of Nebraska Medical Center ( UNMC ) in Omaha is recruiting physiatrists to join our expanding academic team for outpatient positions including musculoskeletal and pain. We are building a program that will elevate UNMC on the national stage, providing exceptional patient care, innovative research opportunities, and strong educational experiences.

Opportunity Highlights

• Accredited PM&R residency (16 residents) and brain injury fellowship.
• Strong clinical partner: Collaborate with Madonna Rehabilitation Hospitals, one of the nation’s largest free-standing rehab hospitals, providing a full spectrum of post-acute care including LTCH , inpatient, and outpatient rehabilitation.
• We treat a diverse patient population, including brain injury, stroke, spinal cord injury, and complex medical rehabilitation.
• Access to advanced rehabilitation technology and research collaboration through the Madonna Institute for Rehabilitation Science & Engineering.
• Opportunities to shape clinical programs, resident education, and research initiatives in a supportive academic environment.
• Work in a highly interdisciplinary settingwith colleagues in therapy, neuropsychology, prosthetics/orthotics, and more.
• UNMC is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible employer.

Exceptional Compensation & Benefits

Physicians enjoy a highly competitive package, inclusive of a variable compensation plan. Additional benefits include:

• Competitive retirement contributions and deferred comp opportunities
• Full suite of health and wellness benefits

Living in Omaha

Omaha is ranked by Forbes as the #1 Best City to Move to (2024) – affordable, family-friendly, and vibrant, with top-rated schools, cultural amenities, and abundant recreation.

Qualifications

MD/DO (or equivalent) with board certification/eligibility in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. Candidates should have outstanding interpersonal skills, enthusiasm for patient care, medical student, and resident education.

MD/DO, BC/BE in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Supplemental Qualifications

Working Environment & Physical Requirements

WORKING ENVIRONMENT The information provided below best describes the Environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the Environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Office environment, Clinical environment Other working environment na

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

Bending, stooping, twisting Up to 2 hours

Crawling Up to 2 hours

Driving

Driving Up to 2 hours

Kneeling

Kneeling Up to 2 hours

Reaching

Reaching Up to 2 hours

Sitting Up to 2 hours

Standing

Standing Up to 2 hours

Squatting Up to 2 hours

Walking

Walking Up to 2 hours

EXPOSURES

Atmospheric

Atmospheric No

Blood/body fluids

Blood/body fluids Yes

Chemical hazards

Chemical hazards Yes

Working on or around moving machinery

Working on or around moving machinery No

Electrical current

Electrical current Yes

Noise Yes

Changes of temperature/humidity

Changes of temperature/humidity Yes

Wear PPE

Wear PPE No

Work with laboratory animals

Work with laboratory animals No

Radiation

Operating hand/power tools

Operating hand/power tools No

If you answered yes to any area above, please explain

Usual exposure risks in hospital or clinic

Hand/Wrists

Fine Manipulation

Fine Manipulation both

Repetitive Motion

Repetitive Motion both

Grasping

Grasping both

If you selected any area above, please explain

use of keyboard, usual physical examination maneuvers

Addtional

Describe any other aspects and demands of the job not listed in this description.

Required Documents

• C.V.
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Other Doc

Requisition Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have, or will you possess in the next 60 days, a PhD, MD, or Doctoral degree in the area(s) identified in this posting?
  • Yes
  • No
• * How did you hear about this position?
  • Careerlink
  • Employee Referral
  • HERC
  • Indeed
  • Job Fair
  • Lincoln Journal Star
  • Linkedin
  • Omaha World Herald
  • UNMC Job Site
  • Facebook
  • NEWorks
  • Handshake
  • Other
• * If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA.

  (Open Ended Question)

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