Physiatry/Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician

Veterans Health Administration; East Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

The VA New Jersey Health Care System is seeking a physician (MD or DO) with expertise in spinal cord injuries and related conditions. This role offers a comprehensive rewards package, including a federal pension, generous paid time off, and CME reimbursement. Join a leading healthcare provider dedicated to serving Veterans.

Benefits

Federal Pension

401k match up to 4%

55 days total of paid time off

CME reimbursement up to $1000 annually

Qualifications

• Board Eligible or Certified in Spinal Cord Medicine preferred.
• Experience with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis and Multiple Sclerosis is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Caring for patients with spinal cord injury or disorders.
• Providing healthcare services to Veterans.

Skills

Experience with spinal cord injury or disorders

Training in Spinal Cord Medicine

Education

MD or DO

Job description

The Spinal Cord Injury/Disorders (SCI/D) Service of the VA New Jersey Health Care System (VANJHCS) in East Orange, NJ is recruiting a physician (MD or DO) who has experience with caring for patients with spinal cord injury or disorders, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, and Multiple Sclerosis, or is trained in Spinal Cord Medicine (Board Eligible or Certified in Spinal Cord Medicine preferred).

VA offers a comprehensive and attractive total rewards package.

Compensation package highlights:

1. Federal Pension that is vested in just 5 years coupled with a 401k match of up to 4%, and healthcare coverage for retirees
2. 55 days total of paid time off
3. CME reimbursement up to $1000 annually

Community, Facility, and Organization

The VA New Jersey Healthcare System provides outstanding healthcare, trains future healthcare providers, and conducts important medical research.

East Orange, NJ

Known for its rich history, diverse population, and landmarks like the Thomas Edison National Historical Park, Eagle Rock Reservation, The Woodland, and Cicely L. Tyson Community School of Performing and Fine Arts.

Health Care and Services

We provide Veterans with health care services at 11 locations in New Jersey, including hospitals in East Orange and Lyons, and 9 community-based outpatient clinics.

Research and Development

The VA New Jersey Healthcare System has an active accredited research program with over 200 research programs, focusing on areas like infectious disease, hypertension, diabetes, schizophrenia, blood disorders, surgery, oncology, PTSD, and suicide.

Academics and Teaching

Our medical centers are teaching hospitals affiliated with Rutgers, Saint Joseph's University Hospital, Hoboken University Hospital, and Seton Hall, supporting education and research for Veterans and healthcare professionals.

Fast Facts

• Publication of Stars and Stripes Veterans News by combat Veterans
• Research centers studying care for active-duty and Veterans with war-related illnesses
• Recognition for programs like Diabetes Education, Pulmonary Rehabilitation, Prosthetics, and Homeless Outreach

Accreditation

• Accredited by the Association for the Accreditation of Human Research Protection Programs, The Joint Commission, and others