Physician Rheumatology - Competitive Salary

Job Description

Rheumatologist (MD/DO) Position Summary \n

The Rheumatologist provides comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and management of autoimmune, inflammatory, and musculoskeletal diseases. This role focuses on the long-term care of patients with complex rheumatic conditions through evidence-based medical management, patient education, and coordination with multidisciplinary care teams.

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Essential Duties and Responsibilities \n

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• Evaluate and manage patients with rheumatologic and autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriatic arthritis, vasculitis, gout, osteoporosis, and connective tissue disorders
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• Diagnose and treat inflammatory and degenerative musculoskeletal diseases
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• Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans
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• Prescribe and manage immunomodulatory and biologic therapies
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• Provide outpatient rheumatology care and inpatient consultation services as needed
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• Interpret diagnostic studies including laboratory testing, imaging, and bone density scans
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• Perform office-based procedures such as joint aspiration and injection, consistent with training and privileges
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• Collaborate with primary care providers, orthopedics, nephrology, pulmonology, dermatology, and other specialists
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• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and disease management
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• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
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• Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and outcomes initiatives
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• Supervise and collaborate with advanced practice providers, residents, or clinical staff as applicable
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• Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards
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Qualifications \n

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• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school
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• Completion of an accredited internal medicine or pediatrics residency program
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• Completion of an accredited rheumatology fellowship program
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• Board-eligible or board-certified in Rheumatology
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• Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure
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• DEA registration or eligibility
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Skills and Competencies \n

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• Expertise in rheumatologic disease diagnosis and management
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• Strong clinical judgment and diagnostic reasoning skills
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• Excellent communication and patient counseling abilities
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• Ability to manage complex, chronic conditions over time
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• Commitment to evidence-based practice and patient-centered care
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Work Environment \n

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• Outpatient rheumatology clinics with possible inpatient consult responsibilities
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• Call coverage as determined by practice or service needs
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Physical Requirements \n

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• Ability to sit, stand, and move throughout clinical environments
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• Manual dexterity for joint injections and examinations
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• Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for patient assessment and interpretation of diagnostic data
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Requirements\n

Must maintain state certification and/or licensure.

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