DescriptionThe University of Washington Department of Rehabilitation Medicine invites applications for musculoskeletal physiatrists to join our Division of Sports & Spine. This will be a full-time appointments on the Clinical Practice Track and may be at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Professor. Specific rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications as generally described in UW's Faculty Code Section 24-34. Position FTE may be negotiable. Start date anticipated by Fall 2026, but other dates may be considered.
The Sports & Spine Division in the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine is a well-established group practice, with 18 faculty members across several clinic locations. We provide the highest quality patient-centered care, with each faculty member offering a unique contribution to the field of physical medicine and rehabilitation. The individual hired will be expected to provide excellent patient care in spine, sports, and/or general musculoskeletal (MSK) medicine.
The clinical environment is an outpatient practice embedded within an academic department. The emphasis will be on a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, with a focus on sports and spine medicine. Will be expected to perform procedures including but not limited to lumbar spinal injections.
This position practices in a collaborative and multidisciplinary academic environment. This work requires strong collaboration with treatment team members, including the surgical spine team.
All University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research, and service. In addition to clinical work, teaching, scholarship, and service are integral to all Clinical Practice positions.
The initial appointment period will be three years, at a minimum, with eligibility for renewal thereafter. Faculty on the Clinical Practice track hold multi-year appointments that align with a 12-month service period (July 1-June 30). Faculty with 12-month service periods are paid for 11 months of service over a 12-month period (July-June), meaning the equivalent of one month is available for paid time off. Clinical Practice track appointments are not eligible for tenure. Only full-time positions (100% FTE) are eligible for H-1B and permanent residence sponsorship.
The base salary range for this position will be as follows: Assistant Professor of Clinical Practice $15,000 - $20,194 per month ($180,000 - $247,175 annually), Associate Professor of Clinical Practice $18,700 - $24,000 per month ($224,400 - $293,760 annually), or Professor of Clinical Practice $23,500 - $26,800 per month ($282,000 - $328,032 annually), commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. This range is inclusive of base salary provided through the UW Physicians (UWP) practice plan, in addition to base salary provided by the University. Please note that only compensation provided by the University is included in University benefit determinations and calculations. Compensation provided by UW Physicians (UWP) practice plan may provide eligibility for separate benefits offered by that organization.
Other compensation associated with this position will include semi-annual, production-based incentive through UW Physicians (UWP), and may also include temporary salary increases or salary supplements related to professional sites of practice coverage (NTE TPSs), moving allowance or relocation incentive. Additional administrative responsibilities may be offered to a specific candidate with appropriate experience and qualifications which may result in an administrative supplement (ADS).
For physicians whose practice plan compensation makes them eligible for separate benefits beyond those outlined in the general Benefits Information section below, detail about the potential additional benefits may be reviewed at https://faculty.uwmedicine.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/UWP-Benefits-Summary-for-recruitingef-edits-v3.pdf.
US News & World Report consistently ranks the University of Washington Department of Rehabilitation Medicine among the top ten programs in the country. We are among the nation's leading recipients of research and training funding from the National Institutes of Health, Department of Defense, and the National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research, including the TBI and Burn Model Systems grants. We have a long history of innovative clinical and research programs, strong research infrastructure, active mentoring of junior faculty and a rich network of potential clinical and research collaborators among faculty within and outside our department.
The University of Washington and Department of Rehabilitation Medicine are committed to continually building an inclusive culture and to reducing inequities in patient care through education, research, leadership, and excellence in clinical care. We strongly believe that diversity enriches training and scientific discovery, fosters excellence, and promotes the best healthcare.
The Seattle-Tacoma/South Puget Sound region is widely recognized as one of the most desirable locations in the United States to live and work, with a wide spectrum of cultural, educational, and sporting events, and with year-round recreational opportunities.
QualificationsThe successful candidate must have
- an MD, DO, or foreign equivalent
- hold or be eligible for full medical licensure in the state of Washington
- Board certification in physical medicine and rehabilitation
- successfully completed fellowship training in sports medicine or spine by appointment start date
In order to be eligible for University sponsorship for an H-1B visa, graduates of foreign (non-U.S.) medical schools must show successful completion of all three steps of the U.S. Medical Licensing Exam (USMLE), or foreign equivalent as determined by the Secretary of Health and Human Services.
Application Instructions Please upload the following required documents via this portal:
- CV
- Cover letter addressed to the chair of the search committee, Neelwant Sandhu, MD, Clinical Associate Professor
- Diversity statement: The University of Washington is committed to creating a community where individuals from all backgrounds and experiences have equal opportunities to participate, succeed, and feel a sense of belonging. We request that each applicant write a statement about their experiences in helping to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for research, teaching, mentoring, and/or service. In a 1-page statement, the applicant should detail their experiences or plans for supporting the success of students from all backgrounds.
- Names and addresses of five professional references who may be contacted by the committee for inquiries
Applications will be accepted for no fewer than 30 days and until the position is filled. Review of completed applications will begin immediately and continue on an ongoing basis until the position has been filled.
For questions about the position, email ahrrehab@uw.edu. Subject: Spine, Sports & MSK Physiatrist - RMI 20241008-01. Attention: Dr. Neelwant Sandhu, Search Committee Chair.
