Assistant, Associate or Full Professor (HS Clin, Adjunct, Clin X, In-Res) Physiatrist

Position overview

Position title: Physiatrist Salary range: The posted UC Salary scales set the minimum pay at the appointment as determined by appointment type and, if applicable, rank and/or step. The base pay range for this position is $124,000 - $300,000. Salary is negotiated annually. Additional compensation may be available if the position includes membership in the Health Sciences Compensation Plan. UC Salary information can be found here: 2025-2026 Academic Salary Scales

Application Window
Open date: April 15, 2026
Next review date: Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Thursday, Apr 15, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery within the School of Medicine at the University of California, San Diego, is committed to academic excellence within the faculty, staff, and student body and is seeking highly qualified Physiatrists to complement our non-surgical Orthopaedic practice.

The nonsurgical musculoskeletal service line of UC San Diego Orthopaedic Surgery is expanding, and the candidate would join other Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and non-surgical physicians in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery.

The successful candidates will manage general musculoskeletal conditions, including the non-surgical management of common shoulder, knee, hip, and spine conditions, providing essential continuity of care. Opportunities to practice sports medicine are available at all levels, ranging from amateur to professional athletes. Fluoroscopy procedural opportunities, along with opportunities in non-surgical arthritis management, are also available.

Responsibilities also include teaching, with opportunities for basic science and clinical research at UC San Diego facilities.

The appropriate series and appointment at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level will be based on the candidate's background and experience.

A link to full descriptions of each series is provided for your review:
HS Clinical Professor (APM 278)
Clinical X Professor (APM 275)
In-Residence Professor (APM 270)
Adjunct Professor (APM 280)

As a member of the Health Sciences Compensation Plan, the appointee should be aware that there are limitations on outside professional activities, and clinical moonlighting is expressly prohibited. Additional information can be found here: Health Sciences Compensation Plan (APM-671)

Department: https://ortho.ucsd.edu/

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Candidates must have an MD or equivalent, DO, or MD/PhD in health-related fields.

Candidates must have completed an ACGME-accredited residency training program in physical medicine and rehabilitation.

Candidates must have or be eligible for a California medical license or equivalent certification/permit as determined by the Medical Board of California.

Candidates must have or be eligible for certification by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

Preferred qualifications

Candidates with 2+ years of experience performing in-office musculoskeletal procedures (such as diagnostic ultrasound, ultrasound-guided injections, EMG, and PRP) are preferred.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Misc / Additional (Optional)

Reference requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)

Apply link: https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/JPF04501

Help contact: faz003@health.ucsd.edu