Physiatry

Novant Health; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 260,000 - 340,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health in Wilmington, NC seeks a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible PM&R physician to lead inpatient rehabilitation services. The role focuses on inpatient rehab with future expansion into outpatient services within a growing coastal market.

The physician reports to the Neurosciences Institute and collaborates with an interdisciplinary team, including physicians, APPs, therapists, and hospitalists, to deliver high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Must be board-certified or board-eligible in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.
• Experience leading inpatient rehabilitation programs is preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation care.
• Maintain on-site clinical coverage (36–40 hours/week).
• Collaborate with hospitalists and multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide on-call support (nights/weekends) for APP team.

Skills

PM&R board certification/eligibility

Inpatient rehabilitation experience

Team-based care

Education

MD degree from an accredited medical school

Residency in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Fellowship in PM&R (optional)

Job description

What We Offer

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician

Novant Health – Wilmington, North Carolina

Novant Health is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) Physician to join and lead inpatient rehabilitation services in Wilmington.

Position Overview

• Full-time (1.0 FTE)
• Start Date: October 2026
• Primarily inpatient rehabilitation focus, with future opportunity to expand into outpatient services
• Reports to the Neurosciences Institute

Practice Setting

• Current Location: New Hanover Rehab Hospital, 2131 S 17th St, Wilmington, NC
• Future State-of-the-Art Facility (Opening January 2028): 60 private rooms at Orthopedic Hospital campus (5301 Wrightsville Ave)

This is the only inpatient rehabilitation facility in the region, serving a broad coastal population across multiple counties, with the next closest facility over 1.5 hours away.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation care
• Maintain on-site clinical coverage (36–40 hours/week)
• Collaborate with hospitalists and multidisciplinary teams
• Provide on-call support (nights/weekends) for APP team

Team Structure

• 1 PM&R Physician on-site Monday–Friday
• 4 Advanced Practice Providers (APPs)
• APP coverage on weekends/holidays (6-hour shifts)
• Additional PM&R physician available for backup coverage

Work alongside a highly skilled interdisciplinary team:

• Physical Therapists
• Occupational Therapists
• Speech Language Pathologists
• Rehab Nurses and support staff

Patient Population & Volume

• Average daily census: 29–31 patients
• ~900 admissions annually
• Patient mix:
  • 60% neurological conditions (primarily stroke/CVA)
  • Amputation, debility, and multi-trauma cases
• Primarily adult population (average age 64), with occasional adolescent cases (12–17)

Call & Coverage

• APPs serve as first line; physician provides backup support
• Hospitalists available 24/7
• PM&R physician considered on call when not on-site

Ideal Candidate

• Board Certified/Eligible in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
• Experience in inpatient rehabilitation medicine required
• Passion for collaborative, team-based care

Why Join Novant Health?

• Lead and grow a well-established rehab program (32+ years)
• Be part of a highly regarded Neurosciences Institute
• Help transition into a new, modern rehabilitation facility (2028)
• Serve a rapidly growing coastal community with significant need

Location Highlights – Wilmington, NC

Located along the coast, Wilmington offers:

• Easy access to beaches within 10 miles
• Growing arts, dining, and entertainment scene
• Mild climate year-round
• Family-friendly communities across New Hanover, Brunswick, Pender, Onslow, and Columbus counties

Additional Notes

While PM&R is a highly specialized and smaller field, this role offers a rare opportunity to focus on meaningful inpatient rehabilitation care and program leadership in an underserved region.

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What You'll Do

It is the responsibility of every Novant Health team member to deliver the most remarkable patient experience in every dimension, every time.

• Our team members are part of an environment that fosters team work, team member engagement and community involvement.
• The successful team member has a commitment to leveraging diversity and inclusion in support of quality care.
• All Novant Health team members are responsible for fostering a safe patient environment driven by the principles of "First Do No Harm".

What We’re Looking For

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited school of medicine required
• Completion of an accredited residency program required
• For specialty physicians - completion of an accredited fellowship program specific to medical specialty

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

• Current MD license in appropriate state
• Board certification or eligibility
• Current DEA license required

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.