Temple University, Office of Physician & Faculty Recruitment

PM&R- Faculty

Job Locations US-PA-Philadelphia
Posted Date 5 months ago(2/4/2025 10:35 AM)
ID
2025-1949
Specialty Area
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Summary of Position

Academic Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Opportunity at Temple University Health System
 
The Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) at Temple Health is seeking a board-certified general Physiatrist to join our dedicated clinical team. Temple Health is a leading Philadelphia academic medical center with a long tradition of teaching medical students, residents, fellows, and allied health professional trainees. 
 
The Opportunity
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 with interest in neurorehabilitation. The successful candidate will be providing inpatient consultation services with time available for outpatient evaluation and treatment services.  The Physiatrist will work with an interdisciplinary team and have interest provide care related to brain injury, stroke, or spinal cord injury.  
 
Additional information about the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation can be found here: Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation | Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University
 
Highlights:
• The Department of PM&R has well-established services that include non-surgical management of
   neurological and musculoskeletal conditions, as well as EMG/NCS procedures.
• Manage patients with major trauma and disorders of nervous system, musculoskeletal system, and
   neuromuscular system.
• Participate in the growth and development of current and future services.  
• Shape the future of Physiatry with active involvement in clinical teaching, didactics, and simulations training
  for residents, medical students, fellows, and allied health professional learners.
• Leadership opportunities are available for qualified candidate.
 
Candidate Qualifications:
• M.D., D.O., or foreign equivalent
• Successful completion of residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation from ACGME-accredited program
  prior to the start date
• Board certification in Physician Medicine and Rehabilitation
• Board certification in Brain Injury, Spinal Cord Injury, or Neuromuscular Medicine preferred 
• Ability to obtain an unrestricted medical license and DEA from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania prior to
  employment.
 
In addition to a competitive salary, and comprehensive suite of benefits – including a generous 403b retirement match, health, dental, vision, life, malpractice, tuition remission, CME, and more – the position offers a uniquely supportive practice environment strengthened by Temple’s mission-driven culture to provide and promote world class equitable patient care, research, and medical education. The department also provides mentorship opportunities for new faculty. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
 
Temple Health is one of Philadelphia's leading academic medical centers, with 20 clinical departments; 8 Basic Science Departments; 13 Research Center (all of which are engaged in patient care education and research) and more than 1,000 physicians and scientists sharing the mission of bringing innovative treatments to patients.
 
Procedure for Candidacy:
To be considered for this position, candidates must complete an online application. 
 
Application materials must include a curriculum vita, personal statement stating your qualifications, professional goals, three professional references names/contact information.  
 
Please address your application to: Sam S. H. Wu, MD, MA, MPH, MBA, Professor and Chair, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, C/O Bill Mawhinney, Senior Recruiter, Physician/Faculty Recruitment & Retention, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, email: William.mawhinney@tuhs.temple.edu 
 
We are especially interested in candidates from diverse backgrounds and under-represented groups. For more information about diversity at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine, please visit the Office of Health Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
 
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.

 

Options

Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later.
Share on your newsfeed