Physiatry APP (Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant)

IconicCare

Walnut Creek (CA)

On-site

USD 149,000 - 182,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Iconic Care is seeking a skilled physiatrist to provide on-site care across multiple facilities. You will manage 27–30 patients daily, with autonomy to shape treatment plans in collaboration with primary care teams.

The role offers a flexible five‑day workweek, no nights or weekends, and a competitive salary with bonuses. Eligible candidates hold an unrestricted PA or NP license and may obtain a DEA license for enhanced scope.

Qualifications

Current, unrestricted PA or NP license.
DEA licensed or willing to obtain DEA licensure.
Nursing home and/or physiatry experience is a plus, but not required.
Comfort performing peripheral joint injections (knees, shoulders, hips).
Strong communication skills and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
Familiarity with EHR charting.

Responsibilities

Rounding at 1–3 SNFs or rehab centers, 1–3 days/week at each location.
Deliver specialized physiatry care to 27–30 patients per day.
Develop individualized treatment plans with facility teams to optimize therapy participation and recovery.
Provide injections, Botox, dry needling, and medication management as needed.
Serve as the sole on‑site physiatrist with autonomy and support from a clinical team.
Coordinate care and refer to other specialties when needed.

Skills

PA/NP license

DEA license

Autonomous practice

Joint injections

EHR familiarity

Job description

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

As a physiatrist, you will round at 1–3 Skilled Nursing Facilities or similar rehabilitation centers, 1–3 days per week at each location. Your primary focus will be delivering specialized physiatry care to 27-30 patients per day who are experiencing difficulty participating in therapy due to pain or functional limitations.

Key responsibilities include:

Performing focused assessments and developing individualized treatment plans in collaboration with facility primary care teams to optimize therapy participation and functional recovery.
Providing targeted interventions such as joint injections, Botox treatments, dry needling, and medication management based on patient‑specific needs.
Serving as the sole physiatrist on‑site, operating with a high level of autonomy while supported by a collaborative clinical team for consultation as needed.
Coordinating care and referring to other specialties or services for issues beyond the scope of physiatry.

This role is best suited for a self‑motivated and confident clinician who thrives in independent practice environments and is passionate about improving rehabilitation outcomes.

Qualifications

Current, unrestricted PA or NP license.
DEA licensed or willing to obtain DEA licensure.
Nursing home and/or physiatry experience is a plus, but not required.
Comfort and interest in performing peripheral joint injections (knees, shoulders, hips).
A genuine passion for providing professional, personalized care in an autonomous environment.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
Familiarity with EHR charting

Why Iconic Care?

Hands‑on training in facility settings to ensure consistent, high‑quality care.
Flexible 5 day workweek, with flexible hours. Weekends optional, no nights or on‑call shifts.
Gain valuable experience in joint injections and rehabilitation care.
Competitive salary and bonus structure (starting at $130,000+/year).
Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, life insurance (Iconic Care covers a $50K policy with the option to add additional coverage), and AD&D insurance.
18 paid PTO days and 6 paid federal holidays - 24 total paid days off.
Paid malpractice insurance ($1M/$3M policy).
License renewal allowance (up to $1100/year)
Set patient load, with focused consulting visits for 23-25 patients/day after ramp‑up.
Full autonomy in patient care with direct impact on patient outcomes at multiple facilities.