VA
$250,000 – $290,000
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 28, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
The VA Connecticut Healthcare System is recruiting a Physiatrist to deliver outpatient consultations for patients with musculoskeletal, neurological, and pain-related conditions. This role suits physicians with physical medicine and rehabilitation training who want to work in a federal healthcare system with strong benefits and no restrictive employment contracts.
Our summary, not Veterans Health Administration’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
What they ask for
Required
- MD or DO degree from an accredited school
- Current full and unrestricted medical license in a US state or territory
- Completed residency training in an ACGME or AOA accredited program or equivalent
- US citizenship or eligible for federal appointment
- Proficiency in spoken and written English
- Ability to perform moderate lifting (15-44 pounds) and physical examination duties
Nice to have
- Board certification with the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
- Experience with musculoskeletal conditions
- Experience performing peripheral joint injections and ultrasound-guided injections
- Interest in medical resident education