Physiatrist (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation)

Job description

Physiatrist (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation)

Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent | Outpatient & Inpatient Consults

Schedule: Monday - Friday

A leading regional healthcare system in central Vermont is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Physiatrist (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician) to join its comprehensive rehabilitation and musculoskeletal service line in Rutland, Vermont.

This position offers an ideal blend of outpatient musculoskeletal care, neuro-rehabilitation, electrodiagnostics (EMG/NCS), and inpatient rehabilitation consults within a supportive community setting. You will collaborate with a dedicated multidisciplinary care team—including physical therapists, occupational therapists, orthopedists, pain management specialists, and neurologists—to optimize function and quality of life for patients across the region.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide comprehensive clinical evaluation, diagnosis, and non-surgical management for patients with acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions, spinal disorders, stroke, traumatic brain injury, and neurological conditions

Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including electrodiagnostic testing (EMG/NCS), peripheral joint injections, soft tissue injections, and ultrasound-guided interventions

Conduct inpatient rehabilitation consultations and oversee personalized functional recovery plans

Direct interdisciplinary team care conferences with physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, and nursing staff

Manage medical and rehabilitation regimens, prescribe durable medical equipment (DME), and coordinate post-acute care transitions

Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation utilizing the health system’s integrated Electronic Health Record (EHR) system

Participate in practice quality improvement initiatives, safety protocols, and patient satisfaction programs

Qualifications:

Education: Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution

Training & Credentials: Successfully completed an ACGME-accredited Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) residency program; Board Certified or Board Eligible in PM&R

Licensure: Active, unrestricted Vermont medical license (or eligible for state licensure)

Certifications: Active DEA registration and Vermont Controlled Substance License (CSR)

Clinical Scope: Strong clinical skills in general physiatry, musculoskeletal care, and electrodiagnostics; interest in subspecialty areas (spine, sports medicine, or stroke rehab) is welcome

Benefits:

Competitive salary

Signing bonus

Relocation assistance

Educational loan assistance

Malpractice coverage provided

Annual CME funding

403(b) retirement plan with employer match

Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

Combined Time Off (CTO)

College Savings Account option

Note on Compensation & Hiring Requirements: Final base salary and financial support packages will be verified and determined by the organization based on your documented years of midwifery practice, specialized procedural skills, and historical training. All job offers are strictly contingent upon the successful completion of standard pre-employment screenings, including a criminal background check, drug screening, health/immunization verification, and full facility credentialing.

Note on Employment Status: The comprehensive executive benefits package and incentive structures detailed above are explicitly offered for full-time positions. Eligible benefits may vary or be prorated for alternative employment arrangements.

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Worksite address

rutland, VT, 05702, US

Who can apply

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