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Posted May 26, 2026

Chief of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Service

Department of Veterans Affairs
Lickton, TN, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

Are you a Board-Certified Physiatrist eager to take on a leadership role that emphasizes innovation and veteran care? Our organization is looking for an enthusiastic Chief of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Service (PM&RS) to lead and transform our extensive rehabilitation programs.

Key Responsibilities:

As the primary management figure for PM&RS, you will oversee all clinical, administrative, educational, and research functions within the service. You will report directly to the Chief of Staff and guide a committed team of PM&RS physicians, therapists, ancillary healthcare providers, and administrative personnel.

  • Leadership & Supervision: Provide direct oversight and mentorship to PM&RS team members, fostering a collaborative and efficient work atmosphere.
  • Program Management: Design, implement, coordinate, and assess a comprehensive physical medicine rehabilitation program across various locations, including VA medical centers, outpatient clinics, and contract facilities in Middle Tennessee and North Georgia.
  • Clinical Excellence: Deliver direct patient care and consultations to support primary care, acute medicine, surgery, psychiatry, nursing home units, rehabilitation clinics, hospice, and more.
  • Educational Leadership: Ensure the implementation of robust educational initiatives for VA staff, promoting professional development and compliance with VA training requirements.
  • Quality Assurance: Uphold high standards of healthcare delivery, adhering to community, state, and federal regulations, including VHA, JCAHO, and CARF standards.
  • Research Facilitation: Promote and support research initiatives in rehabilitation services and technologies, ensuring alignment with the needs of veterans and securing necessary funding.
  • Stakeholder Communication: Maintain effective communication and coordination with the Chief of Staff, GRECC Director, academic partners, and other essential stakeholders.
Qualifications:
  • Board-Certified Physiatrist
  • Academic qualifications appropriate for appointment at the Associate or Full Professor level at Meharry Medical College and Vanderbilt University Medical Center
  • Strong connections with the Geriatric Research, Education and Clinical Center (GRECC) and the Geriatric Fellowship Director
Benefits:
  • Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans
  • A nurturing work environment that promotes professional development
  • The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of veterans while leading a dedicated healthcare team
Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

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