Electromyography (EMG)/Musculoskeletal Physiatrist

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Jefferson Health is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) Physician with expertise or a strong interest in Electromyography (EMG) and Musculoskeletal (MSK) Medicine to join our growing and dynamic academic Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at Jefferson Moss-Magee Rehabilitation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated physiatrist to combine specialized electrodiagnostic medicine with outpatient musculoskeletal care, clinical education, and academic collaboration within a nationally recognized rehabilitation program.

The successful candidate will join an established team of 36 physiatrists and play an integral role in our accredited Electromyography laboratory, providing high-quality electrodiagnostic services while teaching and mentoring residents and fellows.

Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the nation's leading rehabilitation hospitals and ranked #1 in Pennsylvania, Moss Rehab offers an outstanding clinical environment with access to advanced diagnostic resources, interdisciplinary expertise, and opportunities for academic and research collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and interpret electrodiagnostic studies, including Electromyography (EMG) and Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS), to evaluate neuromuscular disorders, peripheral nerve injuries, radiculopathies, and related conditions.
• Provide comprehensive outpatient musculoskeletal evaluations, diagnoses, and treatment plans for patients with a broad range of musculoskeletal and functional conditions.
• Participate in clinical activities within our accredited Electromyography laboratory, maintaining the highest standards of diagnostic accuracy, patient safety, and quality of care.
• Serve as a clinical educator and mentor to PM&R residents and fellows, providing hands-on instruction in electrodiagnostic techniques, interpretation, and clinical applications.
• Collaborate with physiatrists, neurologists, orthopedic specialists, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated, patient-centered care.
• Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans focused on improving mobility, restoring function, and enhancing patients' quality of life.
• Contribute to departmental initiatives focused on clinical excellence, quality improvement, patient satisfaction, and program development.
• Participate in academic activities, including resident and fellow education, case discussions, and interdisciplinary learning opportunities.
• Explore opportunities for scholarly activities and research collaboration with the Jefferson Moss Rehabilitation Research Institute based on individual interests and departmental priorities.

Required Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency program in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.
• Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.
• Eligible for medical licensure in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
• Clinical training and demonstrated competency in performing and interpreting Electromyography and Nerve Conduction Studies.
• Strong interest in outpatient musculoskeletal medicine and electrodiagnostic evaluation.
• Commitment to clinical education, mentorship, and the academic mission of the department.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary clinical environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care and patient satisfaction.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification or anticipated certification by the American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine (ABEM).
• Experience practicing in an accredited Electromyography laboratory.
• Experience teaching Electromyography and Nerve Conduction Studies to residents, fellows, or other healthcare professionals.
• Clinical experience in outpatient musculoskeletal medicine.
• Interest in academic scholarship, clinical research, and advancing electrodiagnostic medicine.
• Work Shift
• Workday Day (United States of America)
• Worker Sub Type
• Regular
• Employee Entity
• Primary Location Address
• 1513 Race Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Additional information

Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value.

Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research.

Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students.

Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region.

Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.

Benefits

Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts.

Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.

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