Santa Cruz, California Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician Needed

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Opportunity in Santa Cruz, CA

Inpatient Rehabilitation Focus | Established PM&R Team | Coastal California Lifestyle

Join a highly respected Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation program that has been a trusted part of the Santa Cruz community for years. This opportunity is ideal for a physiatrist who enjoys inpatient rehabilitation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and a predictable schedule with strong hospital support.

Practice Highlights

• Join an established PM&R team of 3 full-time physiatrists and 1 advanced practice provider
• Primary need is inpatient rehabilitation, with a balanced mix of inpatient and outpatient responsibilities
• Work closely with orthopedic surgery, neurosurgery, trauma, and other specialty services
• Manage a diverse rehabilitation population, including spinal cord injury patients
• Inpatient census is capped at 19 patients, supporting a manageable and sustainable practice environment
• Interventional pain management is handled by a dedicated physician, allowing you to focus on rehabilitation medicine

Schedule

• 36 patient-facing hours plus 4 administrative hours each week
• Monday–Friday schedule with a structured inpatient/outpatient rotation
• Two weeks of inpatient coverage followed by two weeks of outpatient clinic
• Weekend coverage rotates every fifth weekend, with weekdays off the following week to maintain work-life balance
• After-hours responsibilities are phone call only

Compensation & Benefits

• Generous base salary plus RVU productivity incentives
• Relocation assistance available
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, malpractice coverage, paid time off, and CME support

Candidate Requirements

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
• Interest in inpatient rehabilitation and multidisciplinary care
• Comfortable managing a broad rehabilitation patient population, including spinal cord injury cases
• Open to both experienced physiatrists and graduating residents/fellows

Why Santa Cruz?

Santa Cruz offers one of California’s most sought-after lifestyles, combining coastal living with a strong sense of community. Enjoy beaches, redwood forests, hiking, biking, surfing, and a vibrant local culture, all while practicing in a rehabilitation program that is deeply valued by patients, hospital leadership, and referring physicians throughout the region.

If you’re looking for a PM&R opportunity with a strong inpatient focus, excellent specialty collaboration, and the chance to practice in a community that truly values rehabilitation medicine, we’d love to share more details.