Physician Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Inpatient/Inpatient Consult (Open Rank/Track Faculty)

About the role

The Physician provides licensed medical care including diagnosis, treatment (inclusive of surgery or pre/post-surgical care where appropriate), case management and clinical research. The Physician manages complex and sometimes unpredictable situations and must be competent in technical, clinical and surgical skills (where appropriate), cognitive and interpersonal skills required to serve patients. The Physician is expected to practice within the established Medical Center and physician’s standards of practice (policies, procedures, protocols), and adhere to key results areas of the Medical Center.

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is seeking BC/BE physiatrists for both an inpatient and inpatient consult position. The ideal candidate would be a physiatrist interested in providing inpatient rehabilitation care at a nationally ranked medical center, with experience leading rehabilitation multidisciplinary teams for complex rehabilitation patients including amputee, spinal cord injury, brain injury, and stroke. Academic rank and track commensurate with academic record and experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient rehabilitation services at Dodd Rehabilitation Hospital
• Provide outpatient clinic for general physical medicine and rehabilitation care
• Contribute to training, research, and other scholarly pursuits consistent with the tripartite mission of patient care, education, and clinical research
• Represent the program or Department by participating in committees, conferences, and representing OSU at professional meetings and community speaking engagements
• Practice within established Medical Center standards of practice (policies, procedures, protocols) and adhere to key results areas of the Medical Center

Requirements

• Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
• Board certified or board eligible in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R)
• Successful completion of an accredited PM&R Residency Program
• State of Ohio medical licensure (or eligibility)
• DEA licensure required
• Additional board eligibility or certification for TBI, SCI, or EMG welcome but not required
• Completion of a fellowship training program in sub-specialty required (where applicable)

Department overview

Dodd Rehabilitation Hospital is a 60-bed acute inpatient rehabilitation hospital located on the main medical campus. Outpatient services are provided at the west campus Martha Morehouse Outpatient Care Center. The Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Department is ranked #1 in Columbus and #7 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. Newsweek has ranked Ohio State Dodd Rehabilitation Hospital as #1 in Ohio.

Benefits

• Retirement plans (state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Malpractice coverage
• Conference and vacation allowances
• Tuition assistance for employees and their dependents

About the organization

The Ohio State University College of Medicine, with more than 5,000 learners, is the only academic medical center in central Ohio. Recognized as a Tier 1 school for research in the 2025–2026 U.S. News & World Report “Best Medical Schools” list, it ranks among the top 16 medical schools for research in the nation. It also remains in Tier 2 for primary care. Known for its innovative curriculum, cutting-edge research, and excellence in clinical care through The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, the college continues to advance its mission of education, discovery and community impact. With more than 2,700 faculty across 20 clinical departments, eight basic science departments, and the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Ohio State is shaping the future of academic medicine locally, nationally and globally.

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center consists of The Ohio State University Health System, the College of Medicine, the Health Sciences Library and the Faculty Group Practice. It is celebrating its 34th consecutive year ranked in the U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list, with 5 nationally ranked specialties out of 15 and three selected as high performing. It is consistently ranked as the top hospital in Columbus and rated high performing in 15 out of 24 common procedures and conditions. A new hospital tower opened in February 2026, the largest single facilities project ever undertaken at Ohio State, featuring 820 large private rooms, enhanced connections to the OSUCCC – James, terrace and green space, 148 additional beds for OSUCCC – James patients, 51 NICU bassinets, and state-of-the-art diagnostic, treatment, imaging, operating rooms, and critical care areas.

Ohio State is a top-20 public university and its Wexner Medical Center is one of America’s leading academic health centers, recently ranked No. 4 on Forbes’ list of best U.S. employers for diversity. The university strongly promotes work-life balance through institutionalized policies and is an NSF ADVANCE institution. Located in Columbus, Ohio — a rapidly growing metropolitan area of over 1.5 million with affordable housing, cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government, service, transportation, and technology industries.