Rheumatology Physician

Transform Lives by Bringing Relief and Hope to Appalachia

Join us in Hazard, where your expertise in rheumatology will profoundly impact patients living with complex autoimmune and musculoskeletal conditions.

At ARH, you'll be part of a compassionate, collaborative team dedicated to delivering specialized care in a region eager for advanced healthcare services. Experience the satisfaction of restoring mobility and comfort while embracing the natural beauty and close-knit communities of Eastern Kentucky.
Key Responsibilities

-Diagnose and manage a full range of rheumatologic disorders including arthritis, lupus, vasculitis, and osteoporosis

-Provide outpatient and inpatient consultations with a focus on personalized treatment plans

-Collaborate closely with primary care, orthopedics, and rehabilitation teams to optimize patient outcomes

-Participate in quality improvement initiatives and community education efforts

-Engage in clinical documentation and multidisciplinary case discussions
Why ARH?

-Competitive compensation with productivity incentives

-Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, malpractice with tail, 403(b), CME stipend, and generous PTO

-Loan repayment and relocation assistance

-Visa sponsorship available for H-1B and J-1 applicants

-Access to advanced diagnostic tools and supportive clinical staff
Life in Hazard & Eastern Kentucky

Enjoy the serene Appalachian lifestyle with ample outdoor recreation - hiking, fishing, and mountain vistas right outside your door. Hazard offers affordable living, a welcoming community, rich cultural traditions, and family-friendly neighborhoods - the perfect place to build both your career and your life.
About ARH

As the largest health system serving Central Appalachia, ARH supports over 400,000 residents with integrated, patient-centered care across 14 hospitals and 80+ clinics in Eastern Kentucky and Southern West Virginia.
Candidate Profile

-Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Rheumatology

-Experienced in managing complex autoimmune and musculoskeletal diseases

-Committed to collaborative, patient-focused care in a rural health setting

-Passionate about making a difference in Appalachian communities
Next Steps

To learn more or apply, contact Tiffany Longworth at or visit

• Generous starting bonuses and relocation assistance
• Competitive salary with RVU production model
• Loan forgiveness programs
• Stipend considerations
• Great comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental and vision

• 403(b) retirement plan
• Paid time off (PTO): 29 days annually
• CME reimbursement with 5 additional PTO days
• Malpractice coverage
• J-1 to H-1 immigration legal support

The Appalachian Mountains are a majestic world that is full of life and opportunity. History, adventure, culture, hospitality and natural wonders beg to be explored throughout Kentucky and West Virginia.

The roots of diversity run deep in the mining and lumber communities of this region. Industrious individuals from all over the world flocked to the region to find prosperity within these once booming business sectors. The rich global heritage and traditions of our earliest settlers still exist within these communities. It's incumbent on ARH-as a business and community leader-to carry that legacy of diversity into the future and beyond.

From our very beginning, we've been rising to meet the healthcare needs of the people in Appalachia. Our independent, not-for-profit health system was formed in the 1960s when thousands of Appalachian citizens were going to lose their local hospitals. Since then, we've remained steadfast in our commitment to ensure that the people of southeastern Kentucky and southern West Virginia would always have a health system that works as hard for them as they do for one another.