Rheumatologist - Full Time

Rheumatologist - Full Time


Columbia Memorial Hospital located in the upper Hudson Valley region of Upstate New York, 2 hours north of NY City and 30 minutes south of Albany, NY. It is a 192-bed facility with 39 outpatient Care Centers whose philosophy is "Patients First," emphasizing safety and quality in patient care. The area offers the best in/outdoor activities year-round as well as an extensive array of cultural and artistic venues.

We offer numerous opportunities for our Medical Staff to work in a progressive healthcare system whose range of services include a substantial primary care network, multiple subspecialties and all ancillary services in multiple locations to assist in the treatments of your patients.

Job Description:

Summary/Objective: Columbia Memorial Health is seeking a Full Time compassionate and skilled Rheumatologist to join our outpatient clinic team in Hudson, NY a close-knit rural community. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives by providing high-quality, specialized care in a setting that values patient relationships and community health.

The Rheumatologist will diagnose and manage a wide range of rheumatic conditions in an outpatient setting and play a key role in helping patients manage chronic autoimmune and musculoskeletal diseases.

Setting Type (in or outpatient or both): Outpatient office

Facility Description: Rheumatologist Office

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide outpatient evaluation, diagnosis, and management of rheumatologic conditions (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, gout, osteoarthritis, etc.)
• Collaborate with primary care physicians, physical therapists, and other specialists to develop comprehensive care plans
• Interpret diagnostic tests, including laboratory results and imaging
• Administer or oversee treatments such as joint injections, biologics, and infusion therapies
• Educate patients and families on disease processes, treatment plans, and lifestyle management
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records (EMR)
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and community outreach efforts
• Provide occasional telehealth services to improve accessibility for remote patients

Qualifications:

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Rheumatology
• Valid and unrestricted medical license in [State] or eligibility to obtain
• DEA license and BLS certification
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Comfort working in a rural, resource-limited setting

Preferred Experience:

• Completion of an accredited Rheumatology Fellowship

• Experience working in outpatient or community-based settings
• Interest in underserved and rural health populations
• Familiarity with EMR systems (e.g., Epic)

Start Date: As soon as you are able, we are flexible

Compensation & Benefits:

• Hospital employed status
• Negotiable salary; guaranteed base with incentive package
• Benefits include occurrence malpractice, individual and family health care insurance, CME/professional dues, paid time off, disability coverage, retirement plans, and more.
• Electronic Health Records:
  • EPIC

Columbia Memorial Hospital, a not-for-profit organization, employs over 200 physicians, NP's, PA's, and CNM's on our three campuses in Hudson, Valatie and Catskill, New York.

We offer the opportunity to be involved in outside activities, to pursue educational opportunities, and to be a mentor for others.

Compensation will range between $240,000 - $360,000 based on experience. Additional compensation will be paid through a productivity-based incentive program.

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