Spinal Cord Injury Medicine , Academic PM&R Spinal Cord Injury Physician (NTT)

Job Description

Job Description:  
Duties include leadership as the medical program director of the Joint Commission Advanced Accreditation SCI program at Rusk, and chronic care of patients with SCI who have ongoing rehabilitation needs.  The SCI medicine program at MU Health Care is an established area of treatment for patients with SCI who reside in the mid-Missouri area and beyond.  Prominent features of this practice include:

Joint Commission Advanced Accreditation for SCI at Rusk
Teaching responsibilities for the MU PM&R residency program (12 residents)
Spasticity treatment program including neurotoxin, intrathecal baclofen
Excellent relationships with orthopedic and neurosurgery colleagues
MIZZOU Neuro Center outpatient treatment center (on site) with PT/OT/ST specialized therapists in neurologic treatment (including seating clinic)
PM&R research faculty with grant funded opportunities for clinical and translational research collaboration

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone Countys largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year.  If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

Minimum Qualifications: M.D or D.O. in Physiatry
Candidates will be evaluated on: The ideal candidate will have subspecialty certification or experience in Spinal Cord Injury Medicine. 

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.  For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at  

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The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.