Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician Jobs
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician jobs are open across health systems, rehabilitation hospitals, outpatient clinics, and academic medical centers, from resident-trained new attendings to fellowship-trained specialists in spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, and musculoskeletal medicine. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Location: Austin, Texas
Facility Name: Ascension Seton Health Center - Lamar
Schedule: Full-Time; Monday - Friday
Incentives:
- $3500 CME allowance + 5 dedicated CME days
- Malpractice coverage with tail
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
- Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
- Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
Join an established team of physicians and APPs. Practice setting: outpatient. Employed position within a nonprofit health system. Deliver comprehensive spine and musculoskeletal evaluations to establish accurate diagnoses and build personalized, conservative treatment plans that restore patient mobility and independence. Collaborate closely with orthopedic spine surgeons, physical therapists, and interdisciplinary care teams to ensure seamless continuity of care and appropriate surgical or rehabilitative triage. Educate patients and their support networks on spine health, lifestyle ergonomics, and non-opioid pain management strategies to empower sustained recovery and prevent re-injury. Document clinical encounters and care progression in real time to maintain transparent, high-integrity medical records that protect patient safety and optimize team communication.
About the Facility
- Serving a population of Austin, Texas
- Integrated referral network
- Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system
Why Providers Choose Ascension
- Physician-led, collaborative culture
- Long-term practice stability
- National network with local autonomy
- Mission-centered care rooted in service
Licensure / Certification / Registration
Required Credential(s):
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Certified Physician Assistant credentialed from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
- Licensed Physician Assistant credentialed from the Texas Medical Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
- Physician Assistant credentialed from the Texas Physician Assistant Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Preferred Credential(s):
- Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Education
Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program. Master's degree preferred.
Work Experience
1 year of experience preferred.
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process, our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.
Location: Austin, Texas
Facility Name: Ascension Seton Health Center - Lamar
Schedule: Full-Time; Monday - Friday
Incentives:
- $3500 CME allowance + 5 dedicated CME days
- Malpractice coverage with tail
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
- Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
- Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
Join an established team of physicians and APPs. Practice setting: outpatient. Employed position within a nonprofit health system. Deliver comprehensive spine and musculoskeletal evaluations to establish accurate diagnoses and build personalized, conservative treatment plans that restore patient mobility and independence. Collaborate closely with orthopedic spine surgeons, physical therapists, and interdisciplinary care teams to ensure seamless continuity of care and appropriate surgical or rehabilitative triage. Educate patients and their support networks on spine health, lifestyle ergonomics, and non-opioid pain management strategies to empower sustained recovery and prevent re-injury. Document clinical encounters and care progression in real time to maintain transparent, high-integrity medical records that protect patient safety and optimize team communication.
About the Facility
- Serving a population of Austin, Texas
- Integrated referral network
- Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system
Why Providers Choose Ascension
- Physician-led, collaborative culture
- Long-term practice stability
- National network with local autonomy
- Mission-centered care rooted in service
Licensure / Certification / Registration
Required Credential(s):
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Certified Physician Assistant credentialed from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
- Licensed Physician Assistant credentialed from the Texas Medical Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
- Physician Assistant credentialed from the Texas Physician Assistant Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Preferred Credential(s):
- Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Education
Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program. Master's degree preferred.
Work Experience
1 year of experience preferred.
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process, our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.
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- Healthcare & Medical Services18
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- Non-Profit & Social Services1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in physical medicine and rehabilitation physician jobs.
- MD or DO degree with completed accredited Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency
- ABPM&R board certification or active board eligibility within required timeframe
- Active state medical license or eligibility for licensure in the hiring state
- DEA registration and ability to prescribe controlled substances for pain management
- Proficiency in electrodiagnostic studies including EMG and nerve conduction studies
- Experience with musculoskeletal ultrasound, spasticity management, or procedural injections preferred
Tips for Your Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician Job Search
Tailor your CV to each practice setting
Inpatient consult services, outpatient sports medicine clinics, and academic programs each weight different experience. Highlight EMG and nerve conduction competencies for outpatient roles, and lead with acute rehab unit volume and team leadership for inpatient positions.
Verify board certification requirements early
Most hospital-employed and health system roles require ABPM&R board certification or active eligibility. Confirm your certification timeline before applying, since some employers won't extend an offer to candidates more than two years from completion of residency.
Filter openings by subspecialty focus
PM&R job listings vary widely between pain management, pediatric rehab, cancer rehabilitation, and electrodiagnostics. Search by subspecialty keyword alongside the main title so you're not sorting through roles that don't match your fellowship training or clinical interests.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists physical medicine and rehabilitation physician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for productivity and RVU discussions
PM&R interviews almost always include a compensation structure conversation tied to wRVU targets. Know your current or projected wRVU output, ask about the baseline guarantee period, and clarify how procedures like EMG are counted separately from evaluation and management visits.
Follow up with clinical evidence after interviews
After a panel or site visit, send a brief follow-up that references a specific clinical challenge the team raised and how your experience addresses it. This stands out far more than a generic thank-you and keeps you top of mind during the credentialing and committee review period.
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most physical medicine and rehabilitation physicians?
The companies hiring the most physical medicine and rehabilitation physicians right now include Allina Health, Town Physical Therapy, and The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Minnesota, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Large academic health systems and post-acute rehabilitation networks tend to post the highest volume of openings consistently.
How many physical medicine and rehabilitation physician jobs are remote?
About 21% of physical medicine and rehabilitation physician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most clinical roles. Telehealth positions do exist, most commonly in follow-up pain management consultations, spasticity monitoring, and administrative or medical director roles that combine remote oversight with periodic on-site visits.
How do you become a physical medicine and rehabilitation physician?
You complete a four-year medical degree, then a one-year transitional or preliminary year, followed by a three-year accredited PM&R residency program. After residency you may pursue a fellowship in subspecialties such as spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, pain medicine, or sports medicine. You then obtain ABPM&R board certification and secure state licensure before practicing independently.
Can you get hired as a physical medicine and rehabilitation physician with little experience?
Yes, many health systems hire PM&R physicians directly out of residency for attending roles, particularly in acute inpatient rehabilitation and outpatient musculoskeletal clinics. New attendings can strengthen their candidacy by highlighting EMG volume from training, any locum or moonlighting experience, strong letters from program directors, and a clear subspecialty interest that aligns with the team's clinical needs.
What does the physical medicine and rehabilitation physician interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a phone or video screen with a physician recruiter or department chief, followed by a site visit that includes tours of the rehab unit or clinic, meetings with the clinical team and administration, and a credentialing discussion. Academic positions often add a brief presentation or case review. Final offers usually move through a medical executive committee and can take several weeks to formalize.
Where can I find and apply to physical medicine and rehabilitation physician jobs?
You can find and apply to physical medicine and rehabilitation physician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from health systems, rehabilitation hospitals, outpatient clinics, and academic centers across the United States. Find roles that match your subspecialty training and practice setting preference, then apply directly to each listing.
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