Academic Physiatrist

The Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University is seeking a full-time Academic Physiatrist.

Clinical responsibilities for this position include caring for a portion of our 16-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation unit, conducting PM&R consults in our 500-bed acute care hospital, and treatment of outpatients post discharge. Electro-diagnostic testing opportunities exist in the nursing home environment if desired. The PM&R Department has a large and dynamic PM&R training program and a well-respected medical school.

The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to mentoring and teaching residents, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, a record of interdisciplinary collaboration, and have the desire to be integrally involved in enhancing quality of patient care. The successful candidate will be BE/BC in PM&R and possess the credentials that will qualify for a faculty appointment at a minimum level of Assistant Professor. Candidates must also have the ability to obtain medical licensure in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Interested candidates should submit a current curriculum vita and complete contact information to the address below. Personal statements summarizing teaching experience, clinical and research interests, leadership experience, and contributions to diversity are encouraged. Michael Weinik, DO, Professor and Interim Chairperson, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, c/o Michael R. Lester, Senior Director, Department of Physician and Faculty Recruitment and Retention, 3420 North Broad Street, MRB 101, Philadelphia, PA 19140. E-mail: michael.lester@tuhs.temple.edu. Phone: 215-707-5666. Fax: 215-707-5666.

The University is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute through their research, teaching, and/or service to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities.

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