Physiatry/Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician

Company: Encompass Health
Location: Tucson
Posted on: June 17, 2026

Job Description:

ENCOMPASS HEALTH REHABILITATION INSTITUTE OF TUCSON

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Institute of Tucson is a beautiful 80 bed free standing acute rehabilitation hospital. The hospital is located near Tucson Hospital and Banner Health. Our hospital provides a wide range of physical rehabilitation services, a network of highly skilled physicians and therapists, and the most innovative equipment and rehabilitation technology to ensure that all patients have access to the highest quality of care.

OPPORTUNITY HIGHLIGHTS

We are looking for a full time PM&R Associate Medical Director with a commitment to the community of Tucson, AZ.

• No call
• Hospitalist teams support nights weekends
• Self-directed daily workflow
• See 15-20 patients immediately
• Option to consult at Trauma Center and local acute care hospitals
• Associate Medical Director Stipend

ENCOMPASS HEALTH PM&R ASSOCIATE MEDICAL DIRECTOR DESCRIPTION

The Associate Medical Director works with the Medical Director and leadership staff to enhance the programmatic quality and integrity of the hospital's rehabilitation services. He / She plays a pivotal role in optimizing the overall clinical care of the hospital while also providing clinical care to patients.

Partner with the hospital CEO to advance the hospital's position as the inpatient rehabilitation hospital of choice in the service area. Enhance the patient satisfaction rankings to exceed the Encompass Health average and achieve a consistent top 10 clinical ranking.

Establish strong relationships with other specialists in the market area to make them aware of the benefits and the criter for inpatient rehabilitation. Since a patient's opportunity for inpatient rehabilitation is dependent upon referrals from other specialists and acute care providers, the Associate Medical Director/s role in educating other clinicians and developing confidence in the hospital/s service is critical to the patient access to appropriate services.

Develop a known and visible presence within the hospital with a reputation for being accessible and approachable among the staff, patients, and families.

PM&R Physician will establish a private practice to include a caseload of medically complex inpatient rehabilitation patients and an outpatient rehabilitation practice if he or she chooses. The Physiatrist will set up a relationship with an independent billing company and retain 100% of his/her own billing and collections. Encompass Health hospitals are extremely busy with high patient volumes Encompass Health has its own well-trained outreach teams that identify appropriate inpatient rehabilitation candidates from surrounding areas.

WHERE YOU WILL PRACTICE - TUSCON ARIZONA

This location has the best of both worlds with beautiful sunshine and affordable real estate. Stunning landscapes and outdoor adventure abounds! Then relax with some of the very best dining choices in the southwest and discover why Tucson is a UNESCO City of Gastronomy. Home to the University of Arizona and rich in cultural history, Tucson has heritage sites, museums, and the most beautiful sunsets!

QUALIFICATIONS

• MD or DO with state medical license or willingness to obtain state license
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
• Patient-centered commitment to excellence
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
• Hospital-based physiatry experience preferred but not required
• Interest in being a part of a thriving community

Keywords: Encompass Health, Drexel Heights , Physiatry/Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician, Healthcare , Tucson, Arizona