Physical Medicine/Rehabilitation VA Medical Center job located in California

Physiatrist (Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation) – VA Long Beach Healthcare System Long Beach, California

Are you ready to elevate your career in a vibrant, diverse, and supportive environment? The VA Long Beach Healthcare System, located just minutes from world-class beaches and the rich culture of Southern California, is seeking a full-time Physiatrist to join our dedicated Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Health Care Group (PM&R HCG).

Why Join VA Long Beach?

• Mission that Matters: Serve America’s Veterans – a patient population with unmatched gratitude and resilience – while making a meaningful impact on their functional recovery and quality of life.
• Collaborative Practice: Be part of a multidisciplinary team of experienced professionals in a collegial, academic environment, with access to cutting-edge technology and resources.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a predictable Monday-Friday schedule (8:00 am – 4:30 pm), generous paid time off, and the freedom to recharge and pursue your interests in beautiful Southern California.
• Professional Growth: Access robust opportunities for teaching, academic involvement, clinical research, and continuous professional development, including funded CME.
• Extraordinary Benefits & Compensation:
  • Competitive compensation: $240,000 – $315,000 per year, plus annual salary increases and a performance bonus.
  • Recruitment/Relocation Incentives Available!
  • Comprehensive federal benefits package:
    • Paid time off, 11 paid federal holidays, and sick leave
    • Outstanding retirement benefits—integrated pension & 401k plan (with up to 5% employer match)
    • Federal health, dental, vision, and life insurance options
    • Malpractice coverage with tail
    • And much more!

Your Role – Diverse & Fulfilling Duties

• Outpatient Practice: Manage and treat Veterans with a broad spectrum of musculoskeletal and neurological conditions, using advanced diagnostic skills and interventions including musculoskeletal/soft tissue injections.
• Inpatient Rehabilitation: Provide holistic, evidence-based care to hospitalized Veterans recovering from stroke, trauma, amputation, SCI, complex medical and functional disabilities. Shape interdisciplinary rehab plans to maximize function and independence.
• Teamwork & Leadership: Collaborate across disciplines, contribute to program development, and mentor trainees as desired.
• Practice Excellence: Enjoy state-of-the-art EMR, streamlined documentation, and the support of a dedicated health care team—so you can focus on patient care.
• Quality & Safety: Champion high standards in safety, ethics, and continuous quality improvement.

Qualifications:

• Board Eligible /Board Certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R)
• Eligible for a full and unrestricted U.S. medical license
• Recent graduates and experienced physiatrists both encouraged to apply!

If you are passionate about rehabilitation medicine, dedicated to clinical excellence, and eager to serve those who have served our country, come join us at the VA Long Beach Healthcare System.

Ready to join our team? Apply today to be part of a dynamic organization where your expertise will make a national difference and your efforts will be truly valued.

Become part of a team that delivers exceptional care to America’s Veterans while advancing your academic and clinical career. #VACareers #WorkatVA #ChooseVALongBeach