PM&R faculty at UNMC

The Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) in Omaha is recruiting physiatrists to join our expanding academic team for outpatient positions including musculoskeletal and pain. We are building a program that will elevate UNMC on the national stage, providing exceptional patient care, innovative research opportunities, and strong educational experiences.

Opportunity Highlights

• Accredited PM&R residency (16 residents) and brain injury fellowship
• Strong clinical partner: Collaborate with Madonna Rehabilitation Hospitals, one of the nation’s largest free-standing rehab hospitals, providing a full spectrum of post-acute care including LTCH, inpatient, and outpatient rehabilitation
• We treat a diverse patient population, including brain injury, stroke, spinal cord injury, and complex medical rehabilitation.
• Access to advanced rehabilitation technology and research collaboration through the Madonna Institute for Rehabilitation Science & Engineering
• Opportunities to shape clinical programs, resident education, and research initiatives in a supportive academic environment
• Work in a highly interdisciplinary setting with colleagues in therapy, neuropsychology, prosthetics/orthotics, and more
• UNMC is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible employer.

Exceptional Compensation & Benefits

Physicians enjoy a highly competitive package, inclusive of a variable compensation plan. Additional benefits include:

• CME allowance
• Competitive retirement contributions and deferred comp opportunities
• Comprehensive malpractice coverage
• Full suite of health and wellness benefits

Living in Omaha

Omaha is ranked by Forbes as the #1 Best City to Move to (2024) - affordable, family-friendly, and vibrant, with top-rated schools, cultural amenities, and abundant recreation.

Qualifications

MD/DO (or equivalent) with board certification/eligibility in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. Candidates should have outstanding interpersonal skills, enthusiasm for patient care, medical student, and resident education.

Apply online: https://unmc.peopleadmin.com/postings/94686

For more information, contact:

Samuel Bierner, MD

Professor & Chair

Department of Physical Medicine & Rehab

pmr@unmc.edu

The University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) is a premier public academic health sciences center in Omaha, dedicated to improving health through education, research, patient care, and community engagement. UNMC includes six colleges, two degree-granting institutes, and a graduate studies program, offering more than 100 academic programs and training more health professionals than any other institution in Nebraska.

UNMC is nationally recognized for its research and innovation, with over $280 million in annual research expenditures supporting basic science, clinical trials, and translational research that advances patient care. As one of the region’s largest employers, UNMC partners closely with Nebraska Medicine, its primary clinical affiliate, to deliver exceptional care and train the next generation of health professionals.

Our mission is to lead the world in transforming lives to create a healthy future for all individuals and communities through premier educational programs, innovative research, and extraordinary patient care. This work is guided by our shared iTEACH values — Innovation, Teamwork, Excellence, Accountability, Courage, and Healing — which shape our culture and daily practice.