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The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.
Position Information
Position/Rank Assistant Professor (Clinical), Associate Professor (Clinical), Professor (Clinical) - Pediatric Rehabilitation Physician - DOQ
Department 00251 - Physical Med & Rehab
City Salt Lake City, UT
Track Track Dependent on Qualifications
New Position to Begin 2026
Details
The University of Utah is seeking to fill a position for an Assistant/Associate/Full Professor, track dependent on qualifications, in the Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. This position will work closely with 5 other pediatric physiatrists and collaborators in the Departments of Pediatrics, Orthopaedics, Neurosurgery, and others. This position will be located primarily at the Primary Children’s Hospital Campus in Salt Lake City, UT, and will be comprised largely of outpatient clinics and procedural opportunities, but may also include rotating on the inpatient rehabilitation service if desired. Opportunities for leadership, program development, and the potential for outreach clinics may also be negotiated if desired. Shared call coverage at the Primary Children’s main campus in Salt Lake City, UT will also be expected.
Excellent communication skills, ability to manage complex spasticity, and a broad base in pediatric rehabilitation are strongly encouraged. Fellowship training and board certification/eligibility in pediatric PM&R is strongly preferred. Significant interest in independent research goals and/or education and teaching are looked upon favorably. Salary is competitive and benefits are excellent.
Primary Children’s Hospital is a 287-bed, free-standing Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center. It is owned and operated by Intermountain Health, a large, integrated, not-for-profit health system with 32 hospitals, hundreds of clinics, a medical group, affiliate networks, homecare, urgent care centers, telehealth services, and a health insurance plan (Select Health). Our hospital is located in Salt Lake City, UT, and serves a six-state region, one of the largest geographic areas of any free-standing children’s hospital — Utah, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Wyoming, and Alaska.
Primary Children’s is responsible for not only the provision of care within its facilities in Salt Lake City but has also committed to developing a system of care for children throughout our six-state region and beyond. Our goal is to ensure all children receive high-quality care as close to home as possible. To do this, Primary Children’s provides multiple clinic locations for specialty pediatric care throughout the West, partners with external community hospitals to improve pediatric care delivery in local communities, and guides the system of pediatric care delivery throughout all ambulatory, acute, and homecare settings for Intermountain Health. Learn more about Primary Children’s Hospital at https://intermountainhealthcare.org/primary-childrens/about. Primary Children’s Hospital is the pediatric teaching hospital for the University of Utah School of Medicine. There are currently over 800 pediatric providers at Primary Children’s Hospital, most of which are employed by the University of Utah and hold faculty positions within the University of Utah School of Medicine.
Located in the heart of Salt Lake City, UT there is an abundance of recreational, cultural, and educational opportunities in a rapidly growing State.
Please apply at: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/196236
If you have questions, please email: Colby.hansen@hsc.utah.edu
The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.
EEO/Non-Discrimination Information
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number, can be located at https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu.
Notice
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Special Instructions for Candidates
Open Date 02/09/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Requisition Number PRN04007F
Type Faculty
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- One measure of faculty diversity at the School of Medicine is the proportion of faculty members who come from a rural background. Did you graduate high school from a town with less than 10,000 persons?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
* Curriculum Vitae
Optional Documents
* Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Description for More Information – Appropriate discharge document (such as DD-2214) – Veteran Only
-
Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Document Description for More Information – Addendum to the University of Utah – Veteran Only
-
Cover Letter
Posting Details
The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from all qualified individuals, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.
Position Information
Position/Rank Assistant Professor (Clinical), Associate Professor (Clinical), Professor (Clinical) - Pediatric Rehabilitation Physician - DOQ
Department 00251 - Physical Med & Rehab
City Salt Lake City, UT
Track Track Dependent on Qualifications
New Position to Begin 2026
Details
The University of Utah is seeking to fill a position for an Assistant/Associate/Full Professor, track dependent on qualifications, in the Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. This position will work closely with 5 other pediatric physiatrists and collaborators in the Departments of Pediatrics, Orthopaedics, Neurosurgery, and others. This position will be located primarily at the Primary Children’s Hospital Campus in Salt Lake City, UT, and will be comprised largely of outpatient clinics and procedural opportunities, but may also include rotating on the inpatient rehabilitation service if desired. Opportunities for leadership, program development, and the potential for outreach clinics may also be negotiated if desired. Shared call coverage at the Primary Children’s main campus in Salt Lake City, UT will also be expected.
Excellent communication skills, ability to manage complex spasticity, and a broad base in pediatric rehabilitation are strongly encouraged. Fellowship training and board certification/eligibility in pediatric PM&R is strongly preferred. Significant interest in independent research goals and/or education and teaching are looked upon favorably. Salary is competitive and benefits are excellent.
Primary Children’s Hospital is a 287-bed, free-standing Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center. It is owned and operated by Intermountain Health, a large, integrated, not-for-profit health system with 32 hospitals, hundreds of clinics, a medical group, affiliate networks, homecare, urgent care centers, telehealth services, and a health insurance plan (Select Health). Our hospital is located in Salt Lake City, UT, and serves a six-state region, one of the largest geographic areas of any free-standing children’s hospital — Utah, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Wyoming, and Alaska.
Primary Children’s is responsible for not only the provision of care within its facilities in Salt Lake City but has also committed to developing a system of care for children throughout our six-state region and beyond. Our goal is to ensure all children receive high-quality care as close to home as possible. To do this, Primary Children’s provides multiple clinic locations for specialty pediatric care throughout the West, partners with external community hospitals to improve pediatric care delivery in local communities, and guides the system of pediatric care delivery throughout all ambulatory, acute, and homecare settings for Intermountain Health. Learn more about Primary Children’s Hospital at https://intermountainhealthcare.org/primary-childrens/about. Primary Children’s Hospital is the pediatric teaching hospital for the University of Utah School of Medicine. There are currently over 800 pediatric providers at Primary Children’s Hospital, most of which are employed by the University of Utah and hold faculty positions within the University of Utah School of Medicine.
Located in the heart of Salt Lake City, UT there is an abundance of recreational, cultural, and educational opportunities in a rapidly growing State.
Please apply at: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/196236
If you have questions, please email: Colby.hansen@hsc.utah.edu
The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.
EEO/Non-Discrimination Information
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number, can be located at https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu.
Notice
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Special Instructions for Candidates
Open Date 02/09/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Requisition Number PRN04007F
Type Faculty
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- One measure of faculty diversity at the School of Medicine is the proportion of faculty members who come from a rural background. Did you graduate high school from a town with less than 10,000 persons?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
* Curriculum Vitae
Optional Documents
* Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Description for More Information – Appropriate discharge document (such as DD-2214) – Veteran Only
-
Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Document Description for More Information – Addendum to the University of Utah – Veteran Only
-
Cover Letter
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Verify Your Credentials Match State Licensing Requirements
Utah requires a valid state medical license before you can practice, so confirm your foreign medical degree and ECFMG certification align with the Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing requirements before applying.
Target Departments With Active Recruitment Pipelines
University of Utah's clinical departments, including internal medicine, psychiatry, and surgery, post physician openings through both the university careers portal and specialty society job boards. Focus applications on departments with posted vacancies, not speculative outreach.
Ask Recruiters About J-1 Waiver Support Early
If you completed a residency or fellowship on a J-1 visa, clarify whether University of Utah will sponsor a Conrad 30 or Interested Government Agency waiver. Academic medical centers frequently support these, but you need written commitment before accepting an offer.
Understand When H-1B Cap Exemption Applies to You
As a higher education institution, University of Utah is cap-exempt under USCIS rules, meaning your H-1B petition can be filed at any time of year without entering the annual lottery. Confirm this status with the university's immigration team during offer negotiations.
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Filter by University of Utah on Migrate Mate to see current physician openings alongside each role's known sponsorship history, so you can prioritize applications where visa support has already been confirmed for this position type.
Build Your Application File Before the Offer Stage
Gather your ECFMG certificate, board exam scores, training certificates, and any prior visa documentation before an offer arrives. University of Utah's HR and immigration teams move faster when candidates submit complete credential packages at the point of hire.
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Does University of Utah sponsor H-1B visas for Physicians?
Yes. University of Utah sponsors H-1B visas for qualifying Physician roles. As an institution of higher education, it is cap-exempt under USCIS rules, which means petitions can be filed year-round without going through the annual lottery. This is a meaningful practical advantage for physicians who need to start or transition employment outside the standard April filing window.
Which visa types are commonly used for Physician roles at University of Utah?
Physician roles at University of Utah are most commonly supported through H-1B, J-1, and TN visas depending on the candidate's nationality and training background. Physicians who completed U.S. residency on a J-1 may pursue a waiver pathway before transitioning to H-1B status. The university also sponsors immigrant visa pathways, including EB-2 and EB-3, for physicians seeking long-term permanent residence.
How do I apply for Physician jobs at University of Utah?
Applications go through the University of Utah's official careers portal, where physician openings are posted by department. You can also browse current Physician openings at University of Utah with confirmed sponsorship history on Migrate Mate, which filters roles by visa type so you can focus on positions aligned with your immigration status. Prepare your CV, ECFMG certificate, and licensure documents before submitting.
What qualifications does University of Utah expect from Physician candidates?
Candidates are generally expected to hold an MD or DO degree from an accredited institution, have completed U.S. residency training in the relevant specialty, and hold or be eligible for a Utah medical license. Board certification or active pursuit of board eligibility is typically required. For international medical graduates, ECFMG certification is a baseline requirement before any credentialing or visa process can begin.
How do I estimate the timeline for starting a Physician role at University of Utah with visa sponsorship?
The timeline depends on your visa category and current immigration status. H-1B transfers for cap-exempt employers typically take four to eight weeks with standard processing, or two to three weeks with USCIS premium processing. J-1 waiver applications can add several months before H-1B filing begins. Credentialing and state medical licensure run concurrently but should be initiated as early as possible, as those processes often run eight to twelve weeks independently.
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