The Department of Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation at the University ofNew Mexico UNM is seeking a full-time Physiatrist with expertise in spinalcord injury medicine. This position is a key component of the Division ofPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitations PM&R growth and will strengthenboth clinical services and academic training within the program.The successful candidate will provide comprehensive inpatient andoutpatient spinal cord injury rehabilitation supervise residents and medicalstudents and contribute to the didactic and clinical curriculum of thePM&R Residency Program. This four-year categorical program requires strongexposure to spinal cord injury management and interdisciplinary rehabilitationmaking this position essential to maintaining ACGME compliance and enhancingresident education. We are seeking candidates who are board-certified oreligible in PM&R fellowship training or board certification in SpinalCord Injury Medicine is strongly preferred.With acatchment population of over 800000 and very little competition the UNMhospital is a 618-bed Level 1 trauma center servicing a state with a verystrong need for PM&R services. Applicants with diverse interests inPM&R are all welcome and will be well-supported with the multi-specialtyteam focusing on using a wide range of minimally invasive surgical andnon-surgical techniques.Albuquerqueoffers a family-friendly environment great access to diverse populationsterrific public and private schooling options boutique shopping an abundanceof outdoor 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 COPhoenix AZ Dallas TX and many national and state forests and recreationalareas.Successful candidatesshould have a commitment to working with broadly diverse student and communitypopulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply including womenminorities and those from other underrepresented groups.The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining adiverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer making decisionswithout regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation genderidentity national origin age veteran status disability or any otherprotected class.
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