Department of Veterans Affairs

Join Our Team - Spinal Cord Injury Physician (Physiatrist)

Dallas, TX

full-time
Inpatient and outpatient

🌟 Join Our Team – Spinal Cord Injury Physician (Physiatrist) – VA North Texas Health Care System 🌟

Dallas VA Medical Center | Cutting-Edge Care | Exceptional Benefits | Work-Life Balance

Are you a Board-Certified/Eligible Physiatrist with expertise in Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) Medicine? The VA North Texas Health Care System is seeking a dedicated Spinal Cord Injury Physician to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care to our nation's Veterans. This is an opportunity to work in a dynamic, interdisciplinary team within the largest SCI/D System of Care in the U.S.

Why Choose VA North Texas?

βœ… Mission-Driven Work – Honor America's Veterans by delivering exceptional, lifelong SCI/D care that enhances their health, independence, and quality of life.
βœ… Future Development – Be part of the new 30-bed SCI/D Long-Term Care Center (with expansion potential) at our Dallas campusβ€”the first of its kind in the region!
βœ… Outstanding Benefits – Enjoy competitive pay, generous leave, pension, student loan repayment (up to $200K!), and more (see details below).
βœ… Work-Life Balance – No employment contract, flexible schedules, and minimal moonlighting restrictions.

Position Highlights

Future Development - Long Term Care Center:

The Department of Veterans Affairs is currently building a Spinal Cord Injury & Disorders Long-Term Care Center at the Dallas Campus of the VA North Texas Health Care System. This multi-year project includes construction of a new 30 bed SCI/D Long Term Care Center with space for an additional 30 beds for future growth and will be the first center of its kind in the region. The new SCI/D Long Term Care Center will empower and enable Veterans with SCI/D to enjoy comprehensive primary, sustaining and specialty care in a community atmosphere.

πŸ“ Location: Dallas, TX – A thriving metro with world-class amenities, dining, and culture
πŸ“… Schedule: Monday–Friday (flexible hours) + on-call responsibilities
πŸ’Ό Practice Setting: Inpatient & outpatient SCI/D care, interdisciplinary collaboration

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation for Veterans with SCI/D
  • Perform procedures (joint injections, wound care, osteopathic manipulation, etc.)
  • Lead an interdisciplinary team (PM&R, PT/OT, psychology, social work, and more)
  • Utilize cutting-edge EMR systems
  • Engage in teaching, research, and professional development

Preferred Qualifications

βœ” Board Certified/Eligible in PM&R & SCI Medicine
βœ” Completed PM&R residency + SCI Fellowship
βœ” Experience in acute/subacute rehab & outpatient procedures
βœ” Passion for Veteran-centered care

πŸ“© Forward your resume/C.V. immediately

Unmatched Federal Benefits

πŸ’° Competitive Salary + Annual Bonus
πŸ“š Education Debt Reduction (EDRP) – Up to $200K Student Loan Repayment!
πŸ– 50-55 Days Paid Time Off (Including Holidays & CME Leave)
πŸ›‘ Pension + 401K (5% VA Match!)
βš• Malpractice Coverage + Tail Insurance
🌐 1 Full License – Any U.S. State/Territory

Live in Dallas – A Top U.S. Metro!

🍽 4x more restaurants per capita than NYC!
πŸ› Unmatched shopping & entertainment
✈ DFW Airport – Global connectivity
🏑 Affordable, family-friendly communities

Ready to Make an Impact?

Apply Today! Join a team that values excellence, innovation, and service to our nation's heroes.

VA North Texas Health Care System – Where Compassion Meets Excellence in Veteran Care.

About Department of Veterans Affairs

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is one of the nation’s largest integrated healthcare systems, dedicated to honoring and serving America’s Veterans through exceptional care, research, and support. Our physicians and healthcare professionals provide high-quality, evidence-based treatment across more than 1,300 facilities, helping Veterans lead healthier, more fulfilling lives. At VA, we offer rewarding careers where clinical excellence meets purpose, professional growth, and the chance to make a lasting impact on those who’ve served our country.

Location Insights

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    Access to Parks

  • B+

    Public Schools

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    Access to Outdoor Activities

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    Cost of Living

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    Access to Restaurants

  • Total Population

    64,139

  • Median Rent

    $1,964

  • Median Home Value

    $342,400

  • Median Income

    $113,600

Posted March 1, 2026