Assistant Professor of Clinical - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

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Position Summary

The Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine is seeking a highly skilled and patient-centered Physician in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) to provide comprehensive consultative services across Jackson Health System and UHealth/University of Miami clinics and inpatient units. The physician will support the delivery of high-quality rehabilitative care by performing evaluations, developing evidence-based care plans, coordinating interdisciplinary services, and ensuring continuity of care for patients with a broad range of conditions.

The ideal candidate will excel in a collaborative academic medical environment, demonstrate strong clinical reasoning, and contribute to the expansion and excellence of the PM&R service lines.

Primary Responsibilities

Clinical Care - Consultative Services

* Provide inpatient and outpatient care, including PM&R consultations across Jackson Memorial Hospital and UHealth sites.

* Evaluate patients with impairments resulting from spinal cord injury, stroke, brain injury, amputation, complex orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions, and medically complex diagnoses.

* Develop individualized, interdisciplinary rehabilitation plans using evidence-based methods and best clinical practices.

* Recommend appropriate therapies, durable medical equipment, bracing/orthotics, and rehabilitation levels of care (e.g., acute inpatient rehab, SNF, home therapies).

* Provide timely documentation, follow-up assessments, and clear recommendations to referring services.

* Participate in multidisciplinary rounds, discharge planning, and coordination with case management and therapy teams.

* Provide specialty PM&R expertise to support clinical programs such as neurorehabilitation, spinal cord injury, cancer rehab, medically complex diagnosis, and musculoskeletal medicine.

Academic and Teaching Responsibilities

* Participate in the education and supervision of residents, fellows, and medical students from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.

* Contribute to case discussions, clinical teaching, quality improvement initiatives, and academic activities within the department.

Administrative & Professional Responsibilities

* Maintain accurate, timely documentation in accordance with University and Jackson Health System policies.

* Ensure compliance with all regulatory standards, including Joint Commission, CMS, and institutional guidelines.

* Participate in departmental meetings, clinical quality efforts, and workflow improvements related to consultative services.

* Demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, and strong communication with referring providers and interdisciplinary colleagues.

Qualifications

* MD or DO from an accredited medical school.

* Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency program in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.

* Board-certified or board-eligible in PM&R.

* Eligibility for Florida medical licensure.

* Additional fellowship training (e.g., Spinal Cord Injury Medicine, Brain Injury Medicine, Cancer rehabilitation) is welcomed but not required.

* Strong clinical assessment skills and experience managing complex rehabilitative needs.

* Commitment to academic medicine, patient-centered care, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Work Environment

* Primary practice located at Jackson Memorial Hospital with additional responsibilities at University of Miami Hospital and affiliated UHealth outpatient settings.

* Integrated academic and clinical environment with access to advanced therapies, specialized rehabilitation teams, and robust training programs.

* Opportunity for career growth within a rapidly expanding PM&R department and health system.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Faculty-UMMG