Assistant Professor of Clinical Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

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.