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.
Find JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 148+ Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician jobs
Utilizes the nursing process for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to provide safe, therapeutic care. Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary and nursing teams; carries out established nursing procedures and performs related duties as required; performs nursing care for patients with more complex needs with assistance and supervision. Assists with the management of patient care administered by other members of the nursing team.
The Pediatric Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) Nurse Navigator and Peds Ortho serves in a resource role and delivers direct patient care to Pediatric PM&R and Peds Ortho population. This clinician is experienced and highly skilled with an in-depth knowledge and understanding of related conditions and diagnoses, the major treatment modalities, symptom management, supportive care, and patient education for PM & R and ortho in the pediatric population.
At this operational level, the nurse proactively embraces the Orthopaedic Society/Standards of Orthopaedic Nursing practice to utilize the nursing process for assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation to provide safe, therapeutic care. The nurse utilizes an interdisciplinary approach across the continuum of care with adherence to National Patient Safety Goals set forth by regulatory requirements. The nurse is recognized and utilized as a clinical resource and demonstrates investment in the overall forward movement of the unit/clinic and the organization. The nurse is responsible for bringing together the multidisciplinary efforts of the Attendings, Advanced Health Practitioners, Clinic Staff, Residents, Fellows, IP Nursing Staff, PT/OT, Case Management, Pharmacy, Practice Coordinators, Analysts, and all other ancillary and support departments to ensure a high quality, coordinated, and satisfying experience for the patient. The Nurse Navigator will be involved with the department and Health System quality metrics.
Required Qualifications:
- A minimum of two years of clinical nursing experience
- One year of recent Pediatric Med/Surg experience
- Two (or more) years of recent RN clinical Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation experience
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing
- If associating with an SCC, have a minimum of one-year pediatric clinical experience providing nursing care for patients with the disease(s) or related condition(s) specific to that SCC.
- This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations
Preferred Qualifications:
- Recent Case Management experience
- PALS certification
- Spina Bifida, orthopaedic, or neuromuscular experience
Required License/Certifications:
- Active AHA BLS Certification
- Registered Nurse in the State of California
Utilizes the nursing process for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to provide safe, therapeutic care. Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary and nursing teams; carries out established nursing procedures and performs related duties as required; performs nursing care for patients with more complex needs with assistance and supervision. Assists with the management of patient care administered by other members of the nursing team.
The Pediatric Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) Nurse Navigator and Peds Ortho serves in a resource role and delivers direct patient care to Pediatric PM&R and Peds Ortho population. This clinician is experienced and highly skilled with an in-depth knowledge and understanding of related conditions and diagnoses, the major treatment modalities, symptom management, supportive care, and patient education for PM & R and ortho in the pediatric population.
At this operational level, the nurse proactively embraces the Orthopaedic Society/Standards of Orthopaedic Nursing practice to utilize the nursing process for assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation to provide safe, therapeutic care. The nurse utilizes an interdisciplinary approach across the continuum of care with adherence to National Patient Safety Goals set forth by regulatory requirements. The nurse is recognized and utilized as a clinical resource and demonstrates investment in the overall forward movement of the unit/clinic and the organization. The nurse is responsible for bringing together the multidisciplinary efforts of the Attendings, Advanced Health Practitioners, Clinic Staff, Residents, Fellows, IP Nursing Staff, PT/OT, Case Management, Pharmacy, Practice Coordinators, Analysts, and all other ancillary and support departments to ensure a high quality, coordinated, and satisfying experience for the patient. The Nurse Navigator will be involved with the department and Health System quality metrics.
Required Qualifications:
- A minimum of two years of clinical nursing experience
- One year of recent Pediatric Med/Surg experience
- Two (or more) years of recent RN clinical Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation experience
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing
- If associating with an SCC, have a minimum of one-year pediatric clinical experience providing nursing care for patients with the disease(s) or related condition(s) specific to that SCC.
- This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations
Preferred Qualifications:
- Recent Case Management experience
- PALS certification
- Spina Bifida, orthopaedic, or neuromuscular experience
Required License/Certifications:
- Active AHA BLS Certification
- Registered Nurse in the State of California
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician Jobs by Experience Level
See All 148+ Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician Jobs
Find roles that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find JobsPhysical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician Job Market
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services23
- Education14
- 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 LiveWell Homecare Agency, Total Extended Care Services, and Town Physical Therapy, with the largest share of openings in Texas, New York, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 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 13% of physical medicine and rehabilitation physician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 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.
See All 148+ Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician Jobs
Find roles that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find Jobs