Locum Physician (MD/DO) - General Practice - $6,480 to $7,670 per week in Wilmington, NC

Doctor of Medicine | General Practice
Location: Wilmington, NC
Employer: GHR Healthcare
Pay: $6,480 to $7,670 per week
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician (PM&R) – Locum Tenens Job in Wilmington, North Carolina

Join an inpatient rehabilitation team in Wilmington, North Carolina, as a locum tenens Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician (physiatrist). This on-site physician job supports patients recovering primarily from neurologic conditions, including stroke and traumatic brain injury. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team, supervise 3–4 advanced practice providers, lead team conferences, and provide medical management across inpatient rehabilitation and consultation services. Wilmington offers an appealing coastal lifestyle with historic charm, a vibrant riverfront, and convenient access to the beaches of southeastern North Carolina.

Physician Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $6,480–$7,670
• Physician Specialty: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R)
• Practice Setting: Inpatient rehabilitation with consultation services
• Location: Wilmington, North Carolina
• Start Date: October 19, 2026
• Contract Duration: Approximately 13 weeks, with potential for an ongoing need
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
• Patient Volume: Up to 33 inpatient rehabilitation patients; consultation service of approximately 25–40 patients
• Patient Encounters: Approximately 30 per shift
• On-Call: Not specified

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree
• At least 1 year of experience in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, inpatient rehabilitation, or a closely related setting
• Active North Carolina medical license or eligibility for licensure
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Experience providing medical management for patients with complex neurologic and rehabilitation needs
• Acute and chronic pain management experience preferred
• Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams and advanced practice providers

PM&R Physician Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical management for patients in an inpatient rehabilitation setting
• Care for patients with neurologic diagnoses, including stroke and traumatic brain injury
• Supervise and collaborate with 3–4 advanced practice providers
• Lead and participate in interdisciplinary rehabilitation team conferences
• Evaluate and manage patients through a robust consultation service
• Coordinate treatment plans with nursing, therapy, case management, and other clinical disciplines
• Support continuity of care, patient safety, and functional recovery throughout rehabilitation
• Work weekday daytime hours with no outpatient responsibilities

Apply now for this locum tenens Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation physician opportunity in Wilmington, North Carolina.

Benefits

GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.