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Novant Health lists this Neurology Physician opportunity in wilmington, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
What We Offer
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician
Novant Health - Wilmington, North Carolina
Novant Health is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) Physician to join and lead inpatient rehabilitation services in Wilmington .
Position Overview
Full-time (1.0 FTE)
Start Date: October 2026
Primarily inpatient rehabilitation focus , with future opportunity to expand into outpatient services
Reports to the Neurosciences Institute
Practice Setting
Current Location: New Hanover Rehab Hospital, 2131 S 17th St, Wilmington, NC
Future State-of-the-Art Facility (Opening January 2028): 60 private rooms at Orthopedic Hospital campus (5301 Wrightsville Ave)
This is the only inpatient rehabilitation facility in the region , serving a broad coastal population across multiple counties, with the next closest facility over 1.5 hours away.
Clinical Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation care
Maintain on-site clinical coverage (36-40 hours/week)
Collaborate with hospitalists and multidisciplinary teams
Provide on-call support (nights/weekends) for APP team
Team Structure
1 PM&R Physician on-site Monday-Friday
4 Advanced Practice Providers (APPs)
APP coverage on weekends/holidays (6-hour shifts)
Additional PM&R physician available for backup coverage
Work alongside a highly skilled interdisciplinary team:
Physical Therapists
Occupational Therapists
Speech Language Pathologists
Rehab Nurses and support staff
Patient Population & Volume
Average daily census: 29-31 patients
900 admissions annually
Patient mix:60% neurological conditions (primarily stroke/CVA)
Amputation, debility, and multi-trauma cases
Primarily adult population (average age 64), with occasional adolescent cases (12-17)
Call & Coverage
APPs serve as first line; physician provides backup support
Hospitalists available 24/7
PM&R physician considered on call when not on-site
Ideal Candidate
Board Certified/Eligible in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Experience in inpatient rehabilitation medicine required
Passion for collaborative, team-based care
Why Join Novant Health?
Lead and grow a well-established rehab program (32+ years)
Be part of a highly regarded Neurosciences Institute
Help transition into a new, modern rehabilitation facility (2028)
Serve a rapidly growing coastal community with significant need
Location Highlights - Wilmington, NC
Located along the coast, Wilmington offers:
Easy access to beaches within 10 miles
Growing arts, dining, and entertainment scene
Mild climate year-round
Family-friendly communities across New Hanover, Brunswick, Pender, Onslow, and Columbus counties
Additional Notes
While PM&R is a highly specialized and smaller field, this role offers a rare opportunity to focus on meaningful inpatient rehabilitation care and program leadership in an underserved region.
What You'll Do
It is the responsibility of every Novant Health team member to deliver the most remarkable patient experience in every dimension, every time.
Our team members are part of an environment that fosters team work, team member engagement and community involvement.
The successful team member has a commitment to leveraging diversity and inclusion in support of quality care.
All Novant Health team members are responsible for fostering a safe patient environment driven by the principles of "First Do No Harm".
What We're Looking For
Education:
Graduate of an accredited school of medicine required
Completion of an accredited residency program required
For specialty physicians - completion of an accredited fellowship program specific to medical specialty
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
Current MD license in appropriate state
Board certification or eligibility
Current DEA license required
Why Choose Novant Health?
At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.
Job Opening ID
Worksite address
wilmington, NC, 28401, US
Who can apply
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