Staff Physician - Spinal Cord Injury/Disorder Service (SCI/D)

Staff Physician – Spinal Cord Injury/Disorder Service (SCI/D)

Location: Audie L. Murphy VA Medical Center – South Texas Veterans Health Care System, San Antonio, TX
Position Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Positions Available: 2

About the Role
Become a vital member of the Spinal Cord Injury/Disorder Service (SCI/D) team at our organization, where you will deliver exceptional care to Veterans affected by spinal cord injuries and disorders. This position offers a distinctive chance to engage in a collaborative, multidisciplinary setting dedicated to rehabilitation and neuromedicine.

Main Duties:

• Deliver thorough outpatient care for patients with SCI/D.
• Conduct comprehensive history and physical examinations, EMG, injections, and various procedures.
• Work in partnership with Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Neuropsychology, and other specialties.
• Record patient care in CPRS and ensure adherence to national standards.
• Inform patients and their families about treatment options and rehabilitation methods.
• Engage in performance improvement initiatives and optional clinical research.
• Participate in on-call duties, including weekend coverage for inpatient rehabilitation on a rotational basis.

Work Environment

• Setting: Mainly outpatient with occasional inpatient consultations.
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM (No regular nights or weekends, except for rotational on-call duties).
• Team: Collaborate with 4 physicians, nursing staff, social workers, pharmacists, and therapists.
• Patient Population: Approximately 600 Veterans registered in the SCI/D program.

Qualifications

Essential:

• MD or DO degree
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation or Neurology

Desirable:

• Experience in neurorehabilitation (SCI/D)
• Interest in pain management, spinal cord medicine, and musculoskeletal medicine

Compensation & Incentives

• Salary Range: $240,000–$300,000
• Competitive salary aligned with the VA Physician Pay Table
• Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP): Up to $40,000 annually for 5 years (maximum $200,000) tax-free.
• Sign-On Bonus and Relocation Assistance available.
• Academic Affiliation: Opportunities for faculty appointments with UT Health San Antonio.

Outstanding VA Benefits

• Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS), which includes:
  1. Lifetime Pension
  2. Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with up to 5% matching
  3. Participation in Social Security
• Comprehensive Insurance: Health, dental, vision, and life coverage.
• Paid Time Off: Generous annual leave, sick leave, and 11 federal holidays.
• Malpractice Coverage: Provided at no cost.
• Work-Life Balance: Predictable schedule, no RVU pressure, and strong support for wellness.

Why Choose San Antonio?
San Antonio boasts a lively lifestyle with affordable living, excellent educational institutions, a rich cultural scene, and year-round outdoor activities. Enjoy the perks of Texas living, including no state income tax, diverse dining options, and close proximity to the Hill Country.

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