MD (Medical Doctor), DO (Osteopathic Doctor) Pediatric Physiatrist Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Compensation
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- No call
- Weekends
- No weekends
Job Description
Description. This full-time, on-site position offers an exceptional opportunity for a dedicated MD or DO to make a meaningful impact in the field of pediatric rehabilitation within a thriving Medical Practice.
As a Pediatric Physiatrist, you will play a vital role in diagnosing, treating, and rehabilitating children with physical disabilities, musculoskeletal conditions, and neurological disorders. You will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care plans that improve functional outcomes and enhance the quality of life for pediatric patients. This role demands a compassionate approach, clinical expertise, and a commitment to advancing pediatric rehabilitation medicine.
Responsibilities
Evaluate, diagnose, and treat pediatric patients with physical disabilities, musculoskeletal injuries, and neurological conditions
Develop and implement individualized rehabilitation treatment plans tailored to each patient's needs and goals
Prescribe and manage assistive devices, orthotics, prosthetics, and adaptive equipment for pediatric patients
Collaborate with physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and other allied health professionals
- Perform electromyography (EMG) and nerve conduction studies for diagnostic evaluation
- Administer botulinum toxin injections and other interventional procedures as clinically indicated
- Coordinate care with primary care physicians, neurologists, orthopedic surgeons, and other specialists
- Document patient evaluations, treatment plans, and progress notes accurately in electronic medical records
- Educate patients, families, and caregivers on rehabilitation strategies and home exercise programs
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case conferences to optimize patient outcomes
Stay current with advances in pediatric rehabilitation medicine through continuing education and professional development
Adhere to all regulatory, compliance, and quality standards in clinical practice
Requirements
- MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
- Board certification or board eligibility in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
- Fellowship training or demonstrated experience in Pediatric Rehabilitation
- Associate-level experience in pediatric physiatry or related clinical practice
- Active and unrestricted medical license to practice in the state of Illinois
- Proficiency in performing and interpreting EMG and nerve conduction studies
- Experience with spasticity management including botulinum toxin injections
- Strong clinical judgment and diagnostic skills in pediatric rehabilitation
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for patient and family interactions
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team
- Commitment to patient-centered care and evidence-based medicine
- Strong organizational and documentation skills with attention to detail
Opening Details
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8a-5p
- Call Requirement: 1-2 holidays and 8 weekends per year
- Setting: Outpatient and inpatient
- Patient Volume: 10-15 per day
- Patient Population: Pediatrics
- Duties: Conduct follow-up appointments, new evaluations, consults, and perform procedures
- Case Types: Spines, brain injuries, stroke rehabilitation, MSK, neuro rehabilitation, and EMG clinic
- Full clinical support available with the opportunity to work with residents
- Must be board-certified
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary + RVUs
- Sign-on bonus
- Full benefits
- Malpractice coverage with tail
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates MD (Medical Doctor), DO (Osteopathic Doctor) Pediatric Physiatrist Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Rinvio Recruitment a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Pediatrics — ranked against 624 active Pediatrics listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.
Pediatrics — Physician Career Context
Of the 50 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% are remote, 56% have no call, 34% require no weekends.
Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is down 9.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
For production-based offers, this specialty runs a typical 4,200 wRVUs per year (derived from CMS CPT-frequency data), and WeekdayDoc listings compensate a median of about $48 per wRVU — implying roughly $202k in production-based pay. For reference, the 2026 CMS Medicare conversion factor is $33.40 per RVU.
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Living in Wheaton
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $441k
- Typical market rent
- $2,182/mo
- Residents’ average commute
- 26 min
- State income tax
- Up to 5%
Sources & methodology
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