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Program Director - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Residency Program

Opportunity Criteria

SpecialtyPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation : Academic
Candidate TypeMD, DO
Visa AcceptedNo J-1 or H-1B
Salary RangeNot Specified
Loan RepaymentNot Specified
Employment TypePart Time
Bonuses OfferedRelocation
Not-for-profit501(c)(3)

Job Description

Program Director

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Residency Program
HonorHealth Scottsdale, Arizona

Affiliated with the ASU John Shufeldt School of Medicine and Medical Engineering

 

HonorHealth seeks an accomplished Board-Certified Physiatrist to lead its established ACGME-accredited PM&R Residency Program as Program Director in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Founded in 2019, the residency has grown into a strong program with four residents per year, dedicated core faculty, and broad clinical training across multiple PM&R practice settings. This is an exceptional opportunity for an academic physician leader to build upon a strong foundation while helping shape the next chapter of program growth, innovation, and national distinction.

As an affiliate of the Arizona State University, HonorHealth offers a distinctive academic environment that integrates graduate medical education with innovation, translational research, and collaboration across medicine and engineering.  Wearable devices and AI will be an integral part shifting rehabilitation from reactive, episodic, in-clinic care to continuous, personalized, and remote monitoring, enabling early detection of complications and optimized, patient-centric, long-term care.   HonorHealth and ASU are ready to be an early adopter to push boundaries of next generation healthcare.

Opportunity Highlights

  • Lead an established and growing PM&R residency program with strong institutional support- must have five years as faculty with an ACGME PMR Residency Program.  Exceptions may apply.
  • Local candidates may maintain existing PM&R practice or transition clinical practice to HonorHealth 
  • Partner with experienced faculty across inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation settings
  • Teach and practice within HonorHealth Rehabilitation Hospital, a key clinical training site for residents
  • Collaborate with a robust interventional physiatry program within the Bob Bové Neuroscience Institute, including advanced spine and musculoskeletal care
  • Help shape a new multidisciplinary wellness center integrating PM&R, orthopedics, performance optimization, and a medical fitness model
  • Expand curriculum development in neurorehabilitation, musculoskeletal medicine, spine, electro diagnostics, regenerative and interventional therapies
  • Collaborate with physicians, scientists, and engineers through the Arizona State University John Shufeldt School of Medicine and Medical Engineering

Arizona State University John Shufeldt School of Medicine and Medical Engineering

A New Era of Academic Medicine, Engineering & Innovation

HonorHealth is proud to serve as the primary clinical teaching affiliate of the new Arizona State University John Shufeldt School of Medicine and Medical Engineering (ASU SOMME), which welcomed its inaugural medical school class in 2026.

This innovative medical school offers a distinctive dual-degree program combining a Doctor of Medicine (MD) with a Master's in Advanced Medical Engineering, integrating clinical medicine, biomedical engineering, technology, and innovation.

The school's mission is to prepare a new generation of physicians who will not only deliver exceptional patient care but also develop technologies, treatments, and solutions that transform healthcare.

As the primary clinical teaching affiliate, HonorHealth provides opportunities for physicians to participate in medical education, academic research, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Academic & Research Opportunities

  • ASU Faculty Appointments: Opportunities for eligible physicians to pursue academic appointments with the School of Medicine and Medical Engineering.

  • Medical Education & Mentorship: Participate in teaching, clinical training, and mentoring future physicians.

  • Translational Research: Explore interdisciplinary collaborations involving cancer biology, cellular engineering, immunotherapy, precision medicine, and biomedical technology.

  • Innovation in Cellular Therapy: Opportunities to collaborate with scientists and engineers on emerging therapeutic technologies and novel treatment approaches.

  • Research Partnerships: Potential collaborations with ASU and other regional and national research institutions.

  • Faculty Benefits: Eligible ASU faculty may qualify for tuition discounts through Arizona's public university system, subject to applicable university policies.

For physicians seeking an academic career that combines clinical investigation, research leadership, and medical education, the HonorHealth–ASU affiliation offers an opportunity to help shape the future of medicine.

Why HonorHealth?

HonorHealth is one of Arizona's most respected healthcare systems, recognized for its physician-centered culture, commitment to clinical excellence, and expanding academic and research enterprise.

  • Locally Owned and Governed: A nonprofit 501(c)(3) healthcare system serving the Greater Phoenix metropolitan area.

  • Nine Acute-Care Hospitals: Extensive clinical resources, specialty services, and a growing regional referral network.

  • Physician-Centered Culture: Physicians have a meaningful voice in clinical decisions, program development, research priorities, and organizational strategy.

  • Expanding Academic Enterprise: More than 20 ACGME-accredited residency and fellowship programs, complemented by the new ASU medical school affiliation.

  • Established Research Infrastructure: HonorHealth Research Institute provides clinical investigators access to research personnel, operational support, and collaborative research partnerships.

  • Multidisciplinary Cancer Care: Strong collaboration among medical oncology, hematology, transplant, surgery, radiation oncology, and other specialties.

  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Employment with a qualifying nonprofit organization may support PSLF eligibility, subject to federal program requirements.

  • Award-Winning Employer: Recognized by Forbes in 2024 as Arizona's #1 Best Local Company to Work For.

Comprehensive Physician Compensation & Benefits

HonorHealth offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Competitive guaranteed salary and signing bonus

  • $32,000 transition incentive for qualified physicians relocating from outside Maricopa County

  • 27 days of paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick leave

  • 403(b) and 457(b) retirement savings plans

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • $500,000 automatic life insurance coverage

  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance

  • $3,000 annual CME allowance plus five paid CME days

  • Professional development allowance

  • Employee tuition assistance programs

  • Potential tuition discounts for eligible ASU faculty appointments

Benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements and HonorHealth employment policies.

Scottsdale, Paradise Valley & Phoenix – An Exceptional Place to Live

The Greater Phoenix metropolitan area offers an outstanding combination of professional opportunities, desirable communities, excellent schools, and year-round recreation.

  • Beautiful Communities: Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Arcadia, and North Phoenix offer exceptional neighborhoods, luxury amenities, and diverse housing options.

  • Outstanding Schools: Highly regarded public, charter, and private schools, including BASIS, Great Hearts Academies, and A+ rated school districts.

  • Year-Round Outdoor Recreation: More than 300 days of sunshine annually, with hiking, biking, golf, boating, and scenic mountain landscapes.

  • World-Class Lifestyle: Acclaimed restaurants, resorts, shopping, performing arts, cultural attractions, and professional sports.

  • Major Sporting Events: Home to Major League Baseball Spring Training, the WM Phoenix Open, and numerous national championship events.

  • Convenient Travel: Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport provides extensive domestic and international connections.

  • Easy Weekend Getaways: Short trips to Arizona's cooler mountain communities, ski destinations, and coastal California.

  • Innovation & Higher Education: Home to Arizona State University, consistently recognized among the nation's most innovative universities.

 

HonorHealth offers the scale and support of a major integrated health system combined with the agility to innovate. For a physician leader seeking meaningful academic impact, this role offers a rare opportunity to lead an established residency, partner in a growing neuroscience and rehabilitation enterprise, and contribute to a bold model linking medicine, engineering, and wellness.

Confidential inquiries are welcome.

Laura Hays, Sr. Recruiter

480-227-2995 (Cell- text or call)

HHCareers@TrekPhysician.com

Trek is HonorHealth's Physician Recruitment Partner since 2006

 

HonorHealth - All of us. All of you.

 

HonorHealth is a locally owned and operated non-profit health system (PSLF) serving an area of over 4,000,000 people in the Phoenix metro area spanning into Central Phoenix (Arcadia, Biltmore), booming Northwest Regions (Glendale, Peoria, Surprise, Anthem and beyond), Scottsdale/Paradise Valley  and Southeast Valley ( Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, Tempe, Queen Creek, Florence),

The network encompasses:

  • Primary Teaching Affiliate ASU John Shufeldt School of Medicine & Medical Engineering opening 2026
  • 9 Acute-Care Hospitals
  • 600+ Physician and APP Medical Group
  • 20 Residency and Fellowship Program
  • Largest PCP Group in the region
  • Outpatient Surgery Centers
  • HonorHealth Research Institute
  • Generous Foundation Support
  • Community Programs such as Blue Zone Corporate Sponsor in Scottsdale

Known among physicians as the “Physician Friendly” network and among patients as the healthcare partner of choice. 

Come join the system that truly cares about you, your family and overall wellbeing.  All of Us.  All of you.    

Facility & Address

  • HonorHealth Medical Group
  • Phoenix/Scottsdale, AZ

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Laura Hays Recruiter

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