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Physician - Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Spinal Cord Injury Medicine (Open Rank/Track Faculty) Department: The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is seeking a spinal ...

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As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for spinal cord injury in the United States is $241,295.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $200,000.00 and $300,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) job typically involves working with individuals who have sustained damage to their spinal cord, affecting mobility and bodily functions. Professionals in this field may include doctors, nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and rehabilitation specialists who provide medical care, therapy, and support. Their goal is to improve the patient's quality of life, promote independence, and assist with recovery or adaptation. Duties can include pain management, mobility training, assistive technology recommendations, and emotional support. This work often takes place in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, or home care settings.

What does a spinal cord injury specialist do?

A Spinal Cord Injury Specialist is typically responsible for assessing patients’ functional status, developing and implementing individualized rehabilitation plans, and working with interdisciplinary teams to address the complex needs of individuals with spinal cord injuries. Daily responsibilities often include conducting physical exams, monitoring progress, providing patient and family education, and adjusting care approaches as needed. Specialists also coordinate with physical and occupational therapists, nurses, and social workers to ensure holistic patient care. This collaborative environment allows for comprehensive treatment and ongoing support throughout the patient’s rehabilitation journey.

What skills and qualifications are needed for a spinal cord injury specialist?

To thrive as a Spinal Cord Injury Specialist, you need a strong background in neurorehabilitation, medical assessment, and experience working with spinal cord injury patients, usually supported by a relevant medical or therapy degree and specialized certifications. Familiarity with assistive technology, rehabilitation equipment, and patient tracking systems is important in this field. Compassion, problem-solving, and effective teamwork are key soft skills that enhance patient outcomes and facilitate collaborative care. These skills ensure comprehensive support and recovery strategies, empowering patients to achieve optimal independence and quality of life.

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Infographic showing various Spinal Cord Injury job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 8% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $241,295 per year, or $116 per hour.

Spinal Cord Injury - Chief Nurse

SD Department of Veterans Affairs

Tampa, FL • On-site

$165K/yr

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

We are seeking an energetic, forward-thinking, Registered Nurses (RN) with outstanding communication skills to serve as the Chief Nurse for our Spinal Cord Injury (SCI). The Nurse IV, Chief Nurse, Spinal Cord Injury/Disorders provides executive oversight for daily clinical and administrative operations with supervision to SCI Outpatient Clinic, various SCI Nurse Coordinators, CNS/CNL/Nurse Educators for SCI service, and the Nurse Managers for 4 acute care SCI units and 2 long term care units.Qualifications:Basic Requirements:
  • English Language Proficiency. In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7403(f), no person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken English.
  • Graduate of a school of professional nursing approved by the appropriate accrediting agency and accredited by one of the following accrediting bodies at the time the program was completed by the applicant: The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE); OR Individuals attending a master's level bridge program in nursing who have completed coursework equivalent to a bachelor's level degree in Nursing may have opportunity to become registered as a nurse with a state licensing board prior to completion of the bridge program. Upon achievement of a State license, the individual may be appointed on temporary basis and later converted to a permanent appointment upon successful completion and graduation from the bridge program. (Reference VA Handbook 5005, Appendix G6); OR In cases of graduates of foreign schools of professional nursing, possession of a current, full, active, and unrestricted registration will meet the requirement for graduation from an approved school of professional nursing to warrant an appointment as a Nurse who has completed an associated degree/entry level Nursing education program. Credit for foreign nursing education higher that associate degree/entry level requires a formal degree equivalency validation from a recognized equivalency evaluation accepted by VA such as International Consultants of Delaware (ICD).
  • Current, full, active, and unrestricted registration as a graduate professional nurse in a State, Territory or Commonwealth (i.e., Puerto Rico) of the United States, or the District of Columbia. Graduate Nurse Technician (GNT) Exception: Candidates who otherwise meet the basic education requirements, but do not possess the required licensure, may be appointed at the entry step of the grade and level applicable to the completed nursing education as a GNT on a 120-day temporary appointment while actively pursuing licensure (may be extended up to two years on a case-by-case-basis.)
NOTE: Grandfathering Provision - All persons currently employed in VHA in 0610 series and performing the duties as described in the qualification standard on the effective date of the standard (1/29/2024) are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the grade held including positive education and licensure/certification.
Grade Determinations: The following Scope, Education and Dimension criteria must be met in determining the grade assignment of candidates, and if appropriate, the level within a grade. The Dimension requirements (Practice, Veteran/Patient Driven Care, Leadership, Professional Development and Evidence-Based Practice/Research) are detailed for each grade and level within the online assessment:
The following Scope, Education and Dimension criteria must be met to qualify for Nurse IV:
  • Scope: Executes leadership that is characterized by substantial and continuous responsibility and accountability for population groups or integrated programs that cross service and/or discipline lines and influence organizational mission and health care.
  • Education: Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) and 4 years of professional nursing experience, one of which is specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse III and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse IV; OR Master's degree in a *related field with a BSN and 4 years of professional nursing experience, one of which is specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse III and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse IV; OR a Doctoral degree in nursing and 3 years of professional nursing experience, one of which is specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse III and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse IV; OR a Doctoral degree in a *related field with a BSN and 3 years of professional nursing experience, one of which is specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse III and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse IV. *Note: Foreign education programs/degrees are not creditable as related degrees.
  • Dimensions:
    • Leadership. Leads health care delivery by leveraging evidence-based practices, industry-leading research, and innovative care models. Drives a shared vision and successfully leads change to improve performance and attain measurable outcomes at the program or service level.
    • Business Acumen. Transforms health care by implementing new processes, technology, informatics, and data analytics using business models and fundamental concepts of resource management at the program or service level.
    • Inspiring an Industry-Leading Lifestyle. Employs an industry leading, shared decision-making lifestyle. Cultivates a workforce that serves Veterans, families and caregivers of all backgrounds and builds trust, lifestyle competencies and catalyzes dynamic teams at the program or service level.
    • Communication and Relationship Management. Directs the effective use of relationship management principles to achieve positive customer service experiences that are consistent with professional organizational values, beliefs and practices at the program or services level.
    • Professional and Social Responsibility. Operationalizes a lifestyle of holistic care, health advocacy and health equity. Applies ethical principles in decision-making at the program or service level. Advances nursing knowledge through health science research and the translation and dissemination of evidence into practice to maximize the value to Veterans and the community.
Preferred Experience:
  • The position of Chief Nurse requires experience that consists of a minimum of five or more years of progressively complex nursing experience in a variety of nursing settings, and a minimum of three years in supervisory or administrative positions.
  • Evidence of progressively more responsible leadership assignments including program/process development, policy development and implementation, leadership of interdisciplinary teams and projects.
  • Spinal Cord Injury, nursing and/or leadership experience.
  • SCI/LTC/Nurse Executive Certification.
  • Experience with accrediting bodies including TJC and CARF.
Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.
Physical Requirements: This position requires potentially long periods of continued walking, standing, and sitting. The incumbent may be exposed to infected patients and contaminated materials and may be required to don protective clothing. The incumbent may occasionally be exposed to patients who are combative secondary to delirium, dementia, or psychiatric disorders. The incumbent must be a mature, flexible, sensible individual capable of working effectively in stressful situations, able to shift priorities based on patient needs. Must complete annual Employee Health requirements, such as annual TB screening or testing, as a condition of employment. In the performance of duties, the incumbent may be required to drive and/or ride in GSA-vehicleEducation:IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.
Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.Employment Type: OTHER

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