Physician - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico

Overview: Albuquerque, New Mexico, offers an extraordinary blend of culture, natural beauty, and economic opportunity, making it an ideal place to live and work. Nestled in the high desert at the base of Sandia Mountains, Albuquerque enjoys over 300 days of sunshine annually, providing endless opportunities for outdoor recreation, including hiking, biking, skiing, and hot air ballooning.

The New Mexico VA Health Care System (NMVAHCS), located in the heart of Albuquerque, serves as a cornerstone of the community's healthcare. NMVAHCS provides comprehensive, innovative care to our nation's Veterans, offering cutting-edge research and robust educational programs through its partnership with the University of New Mexico. This healthcare system is dedicated to fostering excellence in patient care and professional growth, making it an outstanding environment for medical professionals to thrive.

Major Duties of the Position:

• Provide high-quality spinal cord injury (SCI) medical services in our progressive, innovative health care system for the veteran outpatient and inpatient population.
• Deliver patient-centered diagnostic and therapeutic care for patients with spinal cord injuries, addressing both acute and chronic medical issues.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans to address the specific needs of SCI patients.
• Collaborate with other specialists to provide comprehensive care, including cases that may require multidisciplinary management.
• Utilize advanced diagnostic techniques and treatments tailored to the SCI population.
• Teach and mentor medical students, residents, and fellows, contributing to educational development programs affiliated with the University of New Mexico, School of Medicine.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to patient care, teaching, and research, and be eligible for a faculty appointment in the relevant department at the University of New Mexico.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team to provide holistic care for SCI patients.
• Participate in research and quality improvement initiatives related to spinal cord injury medicine.