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Physiatry/Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician

Veterans Health Administration Open · verified Oct 22, 2026
Palo Alto, CA Full-time Physiatrist (PM&R)

At a glance

Physiatrist (PM&R) role at Veterans Health Administration. Palo Alto, CA · full-time · $200,000–$336,000 a year.

SalaryStated by Veterans Health Administration
$200,000 – $336,000
Pay for this role, in USD per year, as stated in the listing.
RolePhysiatrist (PM&R)
LocationPalo Alto, CA
EmploymentFull-time
Pay$200,000–$336,000
PostedOct 5, 2026 · 2w ago
Role brief

physicianroles summary, based on the employer's listing.

What you'll do

  • Lead the PM&R service across administrative, clinical and program work
  • Oversee service operations and guide progress toward clinical, research and education goals
  • Provide leadership to support the care and independence of people with physical and cognitive disabilities

What you bring

  • A full, unrestricted medical license from a US state or territory
  • Board certification in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and substantial specialty experience are desired
  • Demonstrated administrative leadership skills are desired

Who this fits

This is a physician leadership role overseeing the PM&R service, with a part-time schedule of 68 hours per pay period set by the supervisor. The position is based at the Palo Alto Campus in Palo Alto, California.

From the employer

Job Description

Join our Team at the Department of Veterans VA Medical Center, Palo Alto, CA as a Physician Chief of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation!

The position of Chief, PM&RS, is a full-time position. A board-certified physician in Physical Medicine & Rehab, with extensive experience in the specialty, and with demonstrated administrative leadership skills, is desired. The PM&R Service is based on the Palo Alto Campus of VA Palo Alto Health Care System. This service supports Veterans Health Administration's (VHA) mission to promote and maintain the health, independence, quality of life, and productivity, of individuals with physical and cognitive disabilities. The incumbent will oversee and manage the PM&R Service, providing administrative, clinical, and programmatic leadership to ensure achievement of clinical, research, and educational goals.

Benefits and Features

  • Expected Salary range from $200K to 336K (negotiable based on candidate's qualifications, credentials and experience).
  • Work Schedule: Part-time. 68 hours per pay period. Schedule will be determined by supervisor.
  • Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases.
  • Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 days paid absence for CME).
  • Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA.
  • Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement).
  • Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory.
  • CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification).
  • Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided.
  • Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting.

We encourage you to consider VA employment in Palo alto, CA. We offer both a mission you can put your heart into and a home for fun, new experiences. Join a team that values a healthy home/work life balance and be rewarded by your role in keeping the promise to those who served.