Pediatric Physiatrist

Overview Children’s Mercy Kansas City is seeking a Board‑eligible/Board‑certified Pediatric Physiatrist to join our active, comprehensive, hospital‑based, university‑affiliated pediatric rehabilitation team. The role requires excellent clinical skills, strong organizational and team skills, and a desire to teach. Responsibilities Diagnose and treat a wide range of pediatric physical rehabilitation conditions, including limb deficiency, neuromuscular disease, surgical neuromonitoring, EMG, brachial plexus injury, stroke, torticollis, cerebral palsy, traumatic brain injury, spasticity/ITB, spina bifida, spinal cord injury, and wheelchair/seating needs. Provide inpatient and outpatient care across multiple sites, including consultation, day program, and telemedicine services. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team (physiatrists, fellows, nurse practitioners, rehabilitation psychologist, social workers, nurses, therapists) to deliver seamless care. Teach medical students, residents, and fellows in the ACGME‑approved fellowship training program and contribute to didactic sessions. Participate in research, quality improvement, and clinical collaborations, including the adaptive sports program. Qualifications Board‑eligible or board‑certified in Pediatric Physiatry (BE/BC). Medical degree from an accredited institution. Successful completion of a residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Strong clinical experience in pediatric rehabilitation preferred. Excellent communication, organizational, and teamwork skills. Employment Requirements Seasonal influenza vaccine required for all employees. Non‑immune individuals must have vaccination records for measles, mumps, rubella (MMR), chickenpox (varicella), or tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) since 2005. Vaccination records or appropriate exemptions may be discussed with Human Resources. EEO Statement Children’s Mercy is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring based on job skills and the ability to maintain professional relationships. The hospital does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, or veteran status. Candidates are required to undergo a drug screen upon hire. #J-18808-Ljbffr