PM&R Physician - Spine/Sports Medicine [Req#: 865354, Position#: 85423]

Description

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, ranked No. 1 hospital in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and No. 2 hospital in Texas by U.S. News and World Report, is seeking a full-time, board-certified/board-eligible Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) Physician to join our esteemed Spine Center team.

Physiatrists specializing in back and spine medicine plays a pivotal role in the non-surgical management of musculoskeletal and spine-related conditions. This physician will focus on restoring function, reducing pain, and improving quality of life for patients through individualized, evidence-based treatment plans. The role requires close collaboration with orthopedic surgeons, neurosurgeons, pain specialists, physical therapists, and other multidisciplinary team members to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care.

Role Responsibilities and Duties:
The ideal candidate will be adept at integrating conservative management strategies—such as image-guided injections, physical therapy coordination, and functional restoration programs—into longitudinal care plans tailored to each patient’s needs and goals.

 

Qualifications

 

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree or foreign equivalent
• ABPMR Board certified/eligible
• Eligible for Texas medical licensure and its acquisition prior to the start of employment

 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community.  As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.

To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/