Welcome to Physiatry News, your source for up-to-date insights and resources in the field of physiatry. Our post covers essential topics for career advancement, including Contract Negotiation, Job Hunting, Practice Management, Recruitment, and Compensation. Whether you’re navigating contract terms, searching for new opportunities, managing a practice, hiring qualified physiatrists, or assessing compensation trends, Farr Healthcare provides the information and support you need to succeed. Explore each section for in-depth guidance and industry expertise tailored to the needs of physiatrists and physiatrists healthcare employers.
Why Is It So Hard to Find a Physiatrist?
Why Is It So Hard to Find a Physiatrist? If you’re struggling to hire a physiatrist, you’re not alone. The shortage in physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) is a growing concern. In fact, the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) projects a national shortfall of up to 86,000 physicians by 2036, with specialties like PM&R...
Interviewing for a Physiatrist Position? Prepare to Answer These Questions
Physiatrist Interview Questions: A Guide Physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) interviews can be unpredictable. Interviewers want to assess both your qualifications and your passion for the work. Preparing for common and behavioral questions, while thinking through how to respond to surprises, can give you a significant advantage. Key Question Types and How to Approach Them...
What are some Interviewing Tips to Identify a Physiatrist’s People Skills?
What are some Interviewing Tips to Identify a Physiatrist’s People Skills? Evaluating Soft Skills in Physiatry Candidates When hiring a physiatrist, technical expertise is important, but strong people skills often determine long-term success. Key skills to assess include: Adaptability Communication Conflict resolution Critical observation Problem-solving Teamwork Behavioral Interview Questions Instead of asking generic questions like...
What Should a Physiatrist Know about Contract Negotiation?
What Should A Physiatry Know about Contract Negotiation? Contract Negotiation Guide for Physiatrists (2025) Negotiating your first (or next) physiatry — PM&R (Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation) — contract can feel overwhelming — but it doesn’t have to be. This guide breaks down the essentials so you know what to expect, what to ask for, and...
The Guide to Physiatry Compensation – All You Need to Know
PLEASE VISIT OPENINGS FOR COMPENSATION INFORMATION ON VARIOUS PRACTICE OPPORTUNITIES Physiatry Compensation Compensation Formulas Questions to Ask and Issues To Consider When Evaluating Compensation Plans Physiatrist (PM&R) Compensation Overview – 2024–2025 Sources: Medscape Physician Compensation Report 2025, Doximity Physician Compensation Report 2024; Physician Side Gigs; ZipRecruiter; MedScape; Marit Average Annual Compensation for Physiatrists On average,...
Trends in PM&R
Physiatrists and physiatry employers often ask me about the current trends in PM&R. What follows is some information about the trends in physiatry fellowships and specialization, the evolution of the physical medicine and rehabilitation setting, and compensation and employment preferences. Fellowship and Specialization Trends Spine fellowships remain popular among physiatry residents, with physical medicine and rehabilitation...