Clinician Educator Assistant Professor of Orthopedics & Rehabilitation in PM&R - req# 34986

UNM School of Medicine, Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation isan academic-affiliated medical center that is seeking a board-certified orboard-eligible physiatrist with interest or experience in neurorehabilitationand traumatic brain injury (TBI) to join our growing academic faculty. Thesuccessful candidate will provide clinical care in both inpatient andoutpatient settings, working closely with the TBI Medical Director, and willserve as core teaching faculty in our ACGME-accredited PM&R residencyprogram.
Candidates from any PM&R subspecialty background will be considered,with preference given to those with clinical experience or fellowship trainingin TBI, brain injury medicine, or neurorehabilitation. This position offers theopportunity to participate in multidisciplinary care, medical education,clinical research, and program development within a robust academic environment.
With a catchmentpopulation of over 800,000 and very little competition, the UNM hospital is a618-bed, Level 1 trauma center servicing a state with a very strong need forPM&R services. Applicants with diverse interests in PM&R are allwelcome and will be well-supported with the multi-specialty team focusing onusing a wide range of minimally invasive surgical and non-surgical techniques.
Albuquerque offers afamily-friendly environment, great access to diverse populations, terrificpublic and private schooling options, boutique shopping, an abundance ofoutdoor recreational activities and a reasonable cost of living. Albuquerqueoffers beautiful, scenic and secluded neighborhoods with traditional, colonialand modern architecture. Centrally located with close proximity to Denver,Colorado; Phoenix, Arizona; Dallas, Texas and many national and state forestsand recreational areas.
Successful candidatesshould have a commitment to working with broadly diverse student and communitypopulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, including women,minorities and those from other underrepresented groups.

Minimum Qualifications:

• MD, DO, or equivalent degree
• U.S. Board certified or board eligible in PM&R
• Eligible for licensure in the state of New Mexico

 Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated interest or experience in brain injury medicine,neurorehabilitation, or neuropsychological conditions
• Commitment to medical education and ability to meet ACGME criteria forcore faculty
• Experience with resident education, curriculum development, or scholarlyactivity
• Clinical interest in spasticity management, neurocognitive disorders, orinterdisciplinary rehab models
• A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich andvaried cultures of New Mexico and to the success of the university's mission toserve local and global communities

Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.