Physiatry/Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician

Veterans Health Administration; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 240,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

The Veterans Health Administration is seeking a dedicated Physiatrist to enhance veterans' lives through exceptional rehabilitative care. This role involves direct patient care in various rehabilitation clinics, mentoring, and leading initiatives in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive Salary Range

26 days annual leave

13 days sick leave

11 holidays

Continuing education allowance

Qualifications

• Experience in outpatient rehabilitation clinics.
• Involvement in medical education.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical services and integrate core values into rehabilitation.
• Support strategic planning and resource management.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Patient Care

Rehabilitation

Education

Medical Degree

Job description

We are seeking a mission-driven, patient-focused Physiatrist dedicated to enhancing veterans' lives through exceptional rehabilitative care within the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Service (PM&RS).

Position Overview: This role involves providing direct patient care in outpatient rehabilitation clinics, including:

1. Spinal cord injury consults
2. Sports medicine
3. Wheeled mobility clinics
4. General rehabilitation clinics

The physician will collaborate with various specialized networks and services, such as the Polytrauma Network Sites, Amputee Network Site, Spinal Cord Injury System of Care, Electrodiagnosis Services (EMG), Rehabilitation therapies, and Interventional Pain Programs, under the oversight of the Chief/Deputy Chief of PM&R.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee clinical services and integrate core values into the rehabilitation process
• Mentor residents and fellows, contributing to medical education
• Support strategic planning, resource management, and outcome-based patient care across rehabilitation programs, including brace, wheelchair, amputee, and cardiac rehab clinics

This position offers leadership opportunities in clinical, educational, research, and administrative areas, including advocating for accessibility and specialized care for patients with disabilities. The role also involves participating in performance improvement initiatives, cross-coverage for rehabilitation services, and research activities within PM&RS.

Benefits and Features: The VA provides a comprehensive benefits package to support professional practice and work-life balance, including:

• Competitive Salary Range: $240,000-$300,000 (final salary within this range)
• PTO: 26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 holidays, and up to 5 days paid for CME
• Benefits: Dental, Medical, Life Insurance, Pension, Thrift Savings Plan (401K) with 5% match, Survivor Benefits
• Continuing education allowance: Up to $1,000 or more annually
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

About the VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System (GLA): GLA is a premier VA facility serving over 1.4 million veterans across five counties, featuring two ambulatory care centers, a tertiary care hospital, and eight outpatient clinics. Our West Los Angeles and Sepulveda Medical Centers are renowned teaching hospitals, emphasizing technology, research, and education.

GLA is committed to advancing veteran healthcare through one of the VA's largest research programs, with six centers of excellence. Accredited by leading organizations, GLA fosters innovation, collaboration, and veteran engagement in research that benefits both veterans and the broader community.