Physician Rheumatology - Competitive Salary

Job Description

Rheumatology Specialist needed to join growing practice in Fort Walton Beach, Florida!!


Qualified Candidates:
Must be board certified or board eligible in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology
Must be a self- starter with a professional and positive attitude
Current practice mix is approx. 80% Rheumatology and 20% Internal Medicine
The practice’s patient load is at full capacity and turning away approx. 20 patients a week


Incentive/Benefits Package:
No state income tax in Florida
Outpatient only Monday-Friday office schedule
Great earning potential as practice has strong referral patterns and is currently operating at full capacity with growing community need
Existing established office space centrally located in the heart of Fort Walton Beach
Great earning potential as practice has strong referral patterns and is currently operating at full capacity and growing


About the Medical Center:
267-bed hospital and Level II Trauma Center
Expansion underway adding an additional 40 beds
Pursuing certification as the region’s only Level I Trauma Center
Currently hosting 3rd and 4th year D.O. students (Auburn University) with plans to engage in GME offerings in 2021
Named among the top 10% in the nation by Healthgrades for cardiac surgery, joint replacement, and patient safety
Listed as 4th highest in the nation for infection prevention by Consumer Reports
Area’s only accredited Chest Pain Center, Primary Stroke Center and cardiac program offering open heart surgery, Watchman, and TAVR


The Greater Destin/Fort Walton Beach area offers excellent schools. Okaloosa County consistently ranks in the top schools in the state of Florida. The economy is stable and vibrant, boasting three military bases. Enjoy the coastal lifestyle with some of the most beautiful, white sand beaches in the country. Located within a short road trip (4-6 hours) from many southeast metropolitan areas, such as New Orleans, Nashville, Atlanta, Orlando and Tampa