The Average Salary of a Physiatrist
Physiatrists, also known as rehabilitation physicians, specialize in diagnosing and treating injuries and pain. They use nonsurgical methods to help patients recover from painful incidents and restore movement and function as much as possible. If you're interested in helping people through the rehabilition process, physiatry may be the right career for you. Understanding what to expect as far as financial compensation can also help this career choice.
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National Averages
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According to PayScale's collection of compensation levels for physiatrists, average salaries for the position range from $134,997 to $222,943. This figure includes bonus pay, which ranges from $5,014 to $35,608 per year. These ranges are based on data from 152 professionals and are accurate as of November 2010.
Experience
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Physiatrists with one to four years of experience in the field have top average salaries of $184,022, according to PayScale. For those with five to nine years under their belt, the top average grows to $219,854. Finally, the salary range for physiatrists who have been working for 10 to 19 years tops out at $223,745.
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Employer
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PayScale shows that physiatrists working for private companies make the most money on average. Salaries for these professionals range from $141,510 to $294,791. Self-employed individuals take the runner-up position, with high average salaries at $250,000. Employees of nonprofit organizations and traditional hospitals each have salary ranges reaching to about $200,000.
Benefits
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PayScale's salary ranges do not include noncash benefits, but the survey of physiatrists does include information on these benefits. According to these results, 83 percent of physiatrists are given medical coverage from their employers. Additionally, 60 percent are given dental care and 41 percent receive vision coverage.
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References
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